Dr. James Jennings is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Greenville, South Carolina. In 2023, Dr. Jennings performed 201 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#2 in South Carolina) and 65 hip replacements, for a combined total of 266 procedures.
With 266 total procedures, Dr. Jennings ranks in the top 2% of orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina, where the average surgeon performs 79 Medicare-verified procedures per year. That is more than 3x the statewide average.
Dr. Jennings's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 76% of reported Medicare volume.
Greenville is home to 14 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Greenville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Jennings
How does Dr. Jennings's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Jennings performed 266 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the South Carolina average of 79 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Jennings ranks #4 out of 143 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Jennings perform?
Dr. Jennings's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (201 cases) and hip replacement (65 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Jennings with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Jennings ranks #2 in South Carolina for knee replacement with 201 Medicare-verified procedures in 2023. This high ranking among 143 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Jennings in Greenville?
Yes. There are 14 orthopedic surgeons in Greenville 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 South Carolina surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Jennings represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Jennings's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 266 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Greenville, South Carolina
Compare Dr. Jennings's volume with other surgeons practicing in Greenville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian Burnikel | 245 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dylan Watson | 180 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Ridgeway | 177 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Finley | 125 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Cameron | 116 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Geary | 80 | Knee |
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