Dr. James Slater, MD
Contact & Location
Tulsa, OK 74146
Dr. James Slater is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Dr. Slater has performed 70 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#16 in Oklahoma) and 22 hip replacements, for a combined total of 92 procedures.
In Oklahoma, Dr. Slater performs above average in knee (70 vs 46 avg), below average in hip (22 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Slater's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 76% of reported Medicare volume.
Tulsa is home to 28 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Tulsa area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Slater's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 190 procedures in 2015 before settling at 92 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Slater's 70 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Slater Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oklahoma state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Slater's recorded volume peaked at 190 procedures in 2015 and stood at 92 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Slater
How does Dr. Slater's procedure volume compare to other Oklahoma surgeons?
Dr. Slater has performed 92 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Oklahoma average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Slater ranks #22 out of 122 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Slater perform?
Dr. Slater's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (70 cases) and hip replacement (22 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Slater with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Slater ranks #16 in Oklahoma for knee replacement with 70 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 122 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Slater in Tulsa?
Yes. There are 28 orthopedic surgeons in Tulsa 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 Oklahoma surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Slater 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. Slater's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 92 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Slater's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Slater's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 190 procedures in 2015 and was 92 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. Slater perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Slater's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (70 cases), hip replacement (22 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Slater compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Tulsa?
Among the 28 orthopedic surgeons in Tulsa, Dr. Slater ranks #9 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Tulsa has 411 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Dr. Slater's 92 Medicare procedures are below the Tulsa average of 183. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Tulsa.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Yogesh Mittal | 411 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sarat Kunapuli | 190 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Justin Reid | 173 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Christopher Browne | 168 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Chad Crawley | 132 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Gursky | 115 | Hip, Knee |
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