Dr. James McDermott, M.D.
Contact & Location
864-560-2663
Spartanburg, SC 29303
Hoboken, NJ 07030
Dr. McDermott performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 41% of orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #31 of 53 ranked shoulder surgeons in South Carolina.
About Dr. McDermott
Practice. Dr. James McDermott is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Spartanburg, South Carolina. The latest annual CMS data records 17 shoulder replacements. That is #31 in South Carolina for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2012.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2019 to 2024, 6 years. Volume has held between 12 and 20 procedures a year.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 17 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Spartanburg has 6 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 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 20 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 17 |
| 2024 | 17 |
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. McDermott Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Carolina state average.
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Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. McDermott's procedure volume has been consistent across 6 years of Medicare data, ranging from 12 to 20 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. McDermott
How does Dr. McDermott's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
Dr. McDermott has performed 17 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The South Carolina average is 76 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. McDermott ranks #130 out of 158 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. McDermott perform?
Dr. McDermott's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 17 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. McDermott in Spartanburg?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Spartanburg 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. McDermott 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. McDermott's total volume across all insurers at roughly 50 to 60 procedures against the 17 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. McDermott's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. McDermott's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 6 years of Medicare data, ranging from 12 to 20 procedures per year between 2019 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. McDermott affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. McDermott is affiliated with Spartanburg Medical Center, Pelham Medical Center, Cherokee Medical Center.
How does Dr. McDermott compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Spartanburg?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Spartanburg, Dr. McDermott ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Spartanburg has 190 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. McDermott practices?
Spartanburg Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Pelham Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Cherokee Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Spartanburg, South Carolina
Dr. McDermott's 17 Medicare procedures are below the Spartanburg average of 52. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Spartanburg.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Anthony Sanchez | 190 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Kana | 42 | Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Elliott | 36 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. David Brown | 16 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Hoenig | 13 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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