Dr. James Ho, M.D., Ph.D.
Contact & Location
541-779-6250
Medford, OR 97504
Dr. Ho performs more knee replacement procedures than 96% of orthopedic surgeons in Oregon, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #3 of 80 ranked knee surgeons in Oregon.
About Dr. Ho
Practice. Dr. James Ho is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Medford, Oregon. The latest annual CMS data records 114 knee replacements and 91 hip replacements, 205 procedures in all. That is #3 in Oregon for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2010.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2015 to 2024, 10 years. Volume rose from 24 procedures a year to 205, up 754%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 114 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Medford has 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Ho also holds hospital privileges in OR and CA, a practice that extends beyond Oregon.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 12 | 12 |
| 2016 | 37 | 54 |
| 2017 | 61 | 34 |
| 2018 | 68 | 48 |
| 2019 | 94 | 73 |
| 2020 | 109 | 70 |
| 2021 | 84 | 70 |
| 2022 | 101 | 103 |
| 2023 | 99 | 113 |
| 2024 | 91 | 114 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Ho Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oregon state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ho's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 754% from 24 procedures in 2015 to 205 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. Ho
How does Dr. Ho's procedure volume compare to other Oregon surgeons?
Dr. Ho has performed 205 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Oregon average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Ho ranks #2 out of 101 orthopedic surgeons in Oregon.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ho perform?
Dr. Ho's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (114 cases) and hip replacement (91 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Ho with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Ho ranks #3 in Oregon for knee replacement with 114 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 101 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ho in Medford?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Medford 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. Ho represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Ho's total volume across all insurers at roughly 680 to 860 procedures against the 205 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Ho's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Ho's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 24 procedures in 2015 to 205 in the most recent data, a 754% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 212 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Ho perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ho's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (114 cases), hip replacement (91 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ho affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ho is affiliated with Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center, Providence Medford Medical Center, Fairchild Medical Center, Mercy Medical Center Mt Shasta, Sky Lakes Medical Center. Dr. Ho maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Ho compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Medford?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Medford, Dr. Ho ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Ho has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ho practices?
Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Providence Medford Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Fairchild Medical Center (1 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 Medford, Oregon
Dr. Ho's 205 Medicare procedures are above the Medford average of 129. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Medford.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey Jancuska | 179 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Yaser Metwally | 170 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Todd Clevenger | 109 | Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Denard | 104 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Jeffrey Horinek | 70 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Ryan Colley | 65 | Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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