Dr. James Green, MD
Contact & Location
Meridian, MS 39301
Dr. James Green is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Meridian, Mississippi. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Green has performed 21 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#40 in Mississippi) and 14 hip replacements, for a combined total of 35 procedures.
In Mississippi, Dr. Green performs below average in knee (21 vs 59 avg), below average in hip (14 vs 35 avg).
Dr. Green's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (21 cases) and hip replacements (14 cases).
Meridian is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Meridian area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Green's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 72 procedures in 2013 before settling at 35 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Green's 21 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Green Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Mississippi state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Green's recorded volume peaked at 72 procedures in 2013 and stood at 35 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Green
How does Dr. Green's procedure volume compare to other Mississippi surgeons?
Dr. Green has performed 35 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Mississippi average is 69 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Green ranks #41 out of 78 orthopedic surgeons in Mississippi.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Green perform?
Dr. Green's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases) and hip replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Green in Meridian?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Meridian 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 Mississippi surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Green 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. Green's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 35 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Green's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Green's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 72 procedures in 2013 and was 35 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. Green perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Green's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases), hip replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Green affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Green is affiliated with Anderson Regional Medical Center, Ochsner Watkins Hospital.
How does Dr. Green compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Meridian?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Meridian, Dr. Green ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Green is among the highest-volume surgeons in Meridian.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Green practices?
Anderson Regional Medical Center (2 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 Meridian, Mississippi
Dr. Green's 35 Medicare procedures are above the Meridian average of 33. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Meridian.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Lane Rush | 62 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Harry Durgin | 54 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Pomierski | 19 | Knee |
| Dr. James Watson | 18 | Knee |
| Dr. Irvin Martin | 12 | Knee |
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