Dr. James Hurley, M.D.
Contact & Location
215-257-3700
Sellersville, PA 18960
Dr. Hurley performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 75% of orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #23 of 95 ranked shoulder surgeons in Pennsylvania.
About Dr. Hurley
Practice. Dr. James Hurley is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sellersville, Pennsylvania. The latest annual CMS data records 34 shoulder replacements. That is #23 in Pennsylvania for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 11 years. Volume rose from 11 procedures a year to 34, up 209%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 34 procedures is near the national average of 29.
Local context. Sellersville has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 20 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 27 |
| 2021 | 28 |
| 2022 | 26 |
| 2023 | 29 |
| 2024 | 34 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Hurley Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hurley's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 209% from 11 procedures in 2013 to 34 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Hurley
How does Dr. Hurley's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Hurley has performed 34 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Pennsylvania average is 66 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Hurley ranks #238 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hurley perform?
Dr. Hurley's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 34 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hurley in Sellersville?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Sellersville 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 Pennsylvania surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Hurley 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Hurley's total volume across all insurers at roughly 90 to 120 procedures against the 34 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. Hurley's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hurley's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2013 to 34 in the most recent data, a 209% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 34 procedures in 2024.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hurley affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hurley is affiliated with St Luke'S Hospital - Grand View Campus, St Luke'S Hospital - Upper Bucks Campus, St Luke'S Hospital Bethlehem, Doylestown Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hurley practices?
St Luke'S Hospital - Grand View Campus (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Luke'S Hospital - Upper Bucks Campus (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Luke'S Hospital Bethlehem (5 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 Sellersville, Pennsylvania
Dr. Hurley's 34 Medicare procedures are above the Sellersville average of 30. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Sellersville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Steven Casey | 25 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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