Dr. James Ware, D.O.
Dr. James Ware is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Alma, Michigan. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Ware has performed 29 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#87 in Michigan) and 24 hip replacements, for a combined total of 53 procedures.
In Michigan, Dr. Ware performs near average in knee (29 vs 33 avg), near average in hip (24 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Ware's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (29 cases) and hip replacements (24 cases).
Dr. Ware is the only orthopedic surgeon in Alma represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Ware extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 38 to 53 in the most recent data, a 39% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Ware's 29 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
How Dr. Ware Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Contact & Location
Alma, MI 48801
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ware's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 39% from 38 procedures in 2013 to 53 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Ware
How does Dr. Ware's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Ware has performed 53 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Michigan average of 48 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Ware ranks #85 out of 272 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ware perform?
Dr. Ware's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases) and hip replacement (24 cases).
Where is Dr. Ware's practice located?
Dr. Ware practices in Alma, Michigan. The office is located at 315 E Warwick Dr, Alma, MI 48801. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Ware for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Ware represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Ware's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 53 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Ware's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Ware's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 38 procedures in 2013 to 53 in the most recent data, a 39% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 53 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Ware perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ware's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases), hip replacement (24 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ware affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ware is affiliated with Mymichigan Medical Center Clare, Mymichigan Medical Center Alma, Mymichigan Medical Center Midland.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ware practices?
Mymichigan Medical Center Clare (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Mymichigan Medical Center Alma (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Mymichigan Medical Center Midland (4 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.
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