Dr. James Scott, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. James Scott is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sidney, Montana. In 2023, Dr. Scott performed 19 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #29 in Montana.

Dr. Scott recorded 19 Medicare fee-for-service procedures in 2023. Medicare data represents approximately one-third of all joint replacements nationwide, so these counts reflect only a portion of a surgeon's full practice. Montana has 45 orthopedic surgeons in the current dataset.

Dr. Scott's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 19 verified procedures in 2023. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.

Dr. Scott is the only orthopedic surgeon in Sidney represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
19 verified cases
#29 in Montana

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Scott

How does Dr. Scott's procedure volume compare to other Montana surgeons?

In 2023, Dr. Scott performed 19 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Montana average is 81 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Scott ranks #36 out of 45 orthopedic surgeons in Montana.

What types of joint replacement does Dr. Scott perform?

Dr. Scott's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 19 verified procedures in 2023. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.

Where is Dr. Scott's practice located?

Dr. Scott practices in Sidney, Montana. The office is located at 216 14th Ave Sw, Sidney, MT 59270. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Scott for joint replacement evaluation.

What does the Medicare data for Dr. Scott 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. Scott's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 19 procedures shown here.

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 406-488-2100
216 14th Ave Sw
Sidney, MT 59270
NPI: 1134111750
Credentials: MD
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 21 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed MD
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
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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.