Dr. James Hall, MD
Contact & Location
Bend, OR 97701
Dr. James Hall is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bend, Oregon. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Hall has performed 127 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#1 in Oregon) and 79 hip replacements, for a combined total of 206 procedures.
In Oregon, Dr. Hall performs well above average in knee (127 vs 42 avg), well above average in hip (79 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Hall's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (127 cases) and hip replacements (79 cases).
Bend is home to 11 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bend area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Hall extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 160 to 206 in the most recent data, a 29% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Hall's 127 verified procedures is more than 2x 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. Hall Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oregon state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hall's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 29% from 160 procedures in 2013 to 206 in the most recent data.
Hospital Affiliations & Quality
Quality ratings and complication rates are hospital-level metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon performance. Star ratings updated quarterly. Complication data covers a rolling 3-year period.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Hall
How does Dr. Hall's procedure volume compare to other Oregon surgeons?
Dr. Hall has performed 206 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Oregon average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hall ranks #1 out of 101 orthopedic surgeons in Oregon.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hall perform?
Dr. Hall's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (127 cases) and hip replacement (79 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Hall with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Hall ranks #1 in Oregon for knee replacement with 127 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 101 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hall in Bend?
Yes. There are 11 orthopedic surgeons in Bend 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 Oregon surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Hall 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. Hall's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 206 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hall's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hall's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 160 procedures in 2013 to 206 in the most recent data, a 29% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 252 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Hall perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hall's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (127 cases), hip replacement (79 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hall affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hall is affiliated with St Charles Bend Campus.
How does Dr. Hall compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bend?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Bend, Dr. Hall ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Hall has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hall practices?
St Charles Bend Campus (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Bend, Oregon
Dr. Hall's 206 Medicare procedures are above the Bend average of 122. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bend.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Erin Finter | 163 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Connor King | 159 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Jacobson | 99 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Timothy Bollom | 87 | Knee |
| Dr. Alex Lancaster | 77 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Lilley | 62 | Knee, Shoulder |
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