Dr. James Sikes, M.D.,

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. James Sikes is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. In 2023, Dr. Sikes performed 130 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#7 in Mississippi) and 41 hip replacements (#15 in Mississippi), for a combined total of 171 procedures. This places Dr. Sikes among the highest-volume joint replacement surgeons in Mississippi.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
130 verified cases
#7 in Mississippi
Hip Replacement
41 verified cases
#15 in Mississippi

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Sikes

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (171 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Sikes, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 601-554-7400
3688 Veterans Memorial Dr
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
NPI: 1225067127
Credentials: M.D.,
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 20 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.,
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

Other Top Mississippi Orthopedic Surgeons

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Dr. Trevor Pickering - Jackson 266 procedures
Dr. Matthew Miller - Tupelo 231 procedures

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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.
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