Dr. James Bookout, M.D.
Contact & Location
586-779-7970
St Clair Shores, MI 48080
Dr. Bookout performs more knee replacement procedures than 40% of orthopedic surgeons in Michigan, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #120 of 202 ranked knee surgeons in Michigan.
About Dr. Bookout
Practice. Dr. James Bookout is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in St Clair Shores, Michigan. The latest annual CMS data records 23 knee replacements and 20 hip replacements, 43 procedures in all. That is #120 in Michigan for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 30 procedures a year to 43, up 43%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 23 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. St Clair Shores has 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 13 | 17 |
| 2014 | 0 | 21 |
| 2015 | 14 | 22 |
| 2016 | 19 | 26 |
| 2017 | 12 | 26 |
| 2018 | 18 | 27 |
| 2019 | 0 | 25 |
| 2020 | 0 | 13 |
| 2021 | 18 | 0 |
| 2022 | 17 | 36 |
| 2023 | 15 | 15 |
| 2024 | 20 | 23 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Bookout Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bookout's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 43% from 30 procedures in 2013 to 43 in the most recent data.
Hospital Affiliations & Quality
Quality ratings and complication rates are hospital-level metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon performance. Star ratings updated quarterly. Complication data covers a rolling 3-year period.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bookout
How does Dr. Bookout's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Bookout has performed 43 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Michigan average of 49 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bookout ranks #122 out of 256 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bookout perform?
Dr. Bookout's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (23 cases) and hip replacement (20 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bookout in St Clair Shores?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in St Clair Shores in the current Medicare dataset. Patients can compare procedure volumes and specializations to choose the surgeon who best fits their needs. Use the state page to view all Michigan surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Bookout represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Bookout's total volume across all insurers at roughly 140 to 180 procedures against the 43 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Bookout's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bookout's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 30 procedures in 2013 to 43 in the most recent data, a 43% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 53 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Bookout perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bookout's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (23 cases), hip replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bookout affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bookout is affiliated with Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe Hospital, Henry Ford Health Macomb Hospital, Corewell Health Beaumont Troy Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospit.
How does Dr. Bookout compare to other orthopedic surgeons in St Clair Shores?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in St Clair Shores, Dr. Bookout ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Bookout is among the highest-volume surgeons in St Clair Shores.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bookout practices?
Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Henry Ford Health Macomb Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Corewell Health Beaumont Troy Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in St Clair Shores, Michigan
Dr. Bookout's 43 Medicare procedures are below the St Clair Shores average of 57. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in St Clair Shores.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Steven Cusick | 65 | Knee |
| Dr. Benedict Pellerito | 64 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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