Dr. James Weir, M.D.
Dr. James Weir is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Saginaw, Michigan. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Weir has performed 30 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#85 in Michigan) and 15 hip replacements, for a combined total of 45 procedures.
In Michigan, Dr. Weir performs near average in knee (30 vs 33 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Weir's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (30 cases) and hip replacements (15 cases).
Saginaw is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Saginaw area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Weir's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 173 procedures in 2013 before settling at 45 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Weir's 30 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. Weir Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Contact & Location
Saginaw, MI 48602
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Weir's recorded volume peaked at 173 procedures in 2013 and stood at 45 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Weir
How does Dr. Weir's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Weir has performed 45 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Michigan average of 48 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Weir ranks #107 out of 272 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Weir perform?
Dr. Weir's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Weir in Saginaw?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Saginaw 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. Weir 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. Weir's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 45 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Weir's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Weir's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 173 procedures in 2013 and was 45 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Weir perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Weir's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Weir compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Saginaw?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Saginaw, Dr. Weir ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Weir is among the highest-volume surgeons in Saginaw.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Saginaw, Michigan
Dr. Weir's 45 Medicare procedures are above the Saginaw average of 34. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Saginaw.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian De Beaubien | 48 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jared Weir | 45 | Knee |
| Dr. Tarek Taha | 39 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Colleen Linehan | 33 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Danielle Duncan | 19 | Knee |
| Dr. Waheed Akbar | 11 | Knee |
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