Dr. James Green is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Meridian, Mississippi. In 2023, Dr. Green performed 37 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#32 in Mississippi) and 17 hip replacements, for a combined total of 54 procedures.
Dr. Green's 54 Medicare procedures are near the Mississippi median of 39. The state has 80 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Green's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (37 cases) and hip replacements (17 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.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Green
How does Dr. Green's procedure volume compare to other Mississippi surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Green performed 54 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Mississippi average is 70 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Green ranks #32 out of 80 orthopedic surgeons in Mississippi.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Green perform?
Dr. Green's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (37 cases) and hip replacement (17 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 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, 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 54 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Meridian, Mississippi
Compare Dr. Green's volume with other surgeons practicing in Meridian.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Harry Durgin | 78 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Watson | 26 | Knee |
| Dr. Irvin Martin | 23 | Knee |
| Dr. Lane Rush | 21 | Knee |
| Dr. David Pomierski | 18 | Knee |
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