Dr. James Nieman, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. James Nieman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lima, Ohio. In 2023, Dr. Nieman performed 78 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#34 in Ohio) and 21 hip replacements (#119 in Ohio), for a combined total of 99 procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Ohio.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
78 verified cases
#34 in Ohio
Hip Replacement
21 verified cases
#119 in Ohio

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Nieman

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (99 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Nieman, 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: 419-222-6622
801 Medical Dr
Lima, OH 45804
NPI: 1316927171
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 20 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī 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.
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