Dr. James McIntosh, M.D.
Contact & Location
803-936-7230
West Columbia, SC 29169
Dr. McIntosh performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 50% of orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #26 of 53 ranked shoulder surgeons in South Carolina.
About Dr. McIntosh
Practice. Dr. James McIntosh is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in West Columbia, South Carolina. The latest annual CMS data records 23 shoulder replacements. That is #26 in South Carolina for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 39 in 2019 and stands at 23 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 23 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. West Columbia has 8 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 | 13 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 26 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 20 |
| 2018 | 31 |
| 2019 | 39 |
| 2020 | 28 |
| 2021 | 30 |
| 2022 | 34 |
| 2023 | 35 |
| 2024 | 23 |
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. McIntosh Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Carolina state average.
See the Top 25 shoulder replacement surgeons in South Carolina
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. McIntosh's recorded volume peaked at 39 procedures in 2019 and stood at 23 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. McIntosh
How does Dr. McIntosh's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
Dr. McIntosh has performed 23 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. McIntosh ranks #119 out of 158 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. McIntosh perform?
Dr. McIntosh's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 23 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. McIntosh in West Columbia?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in West Columbia 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. McIntosh 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. McIntosh's total volume across all insurers at roughly 60 to 80 procedures against the 23 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. McIntosh's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. McIntosh's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 39 procedures in 2019 and was 23 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Which hospitals is Dr. McIntosh affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. McIntosh is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center, Musc Medical Center.
How does Dr. McIntosh compare to other orthopedic surgeons in West Columbia?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in West Columbia, Dr. McIntosh ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in West Columbia has 186 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. McIntosh practices?
Lexington Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Musc Medical Center (3 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 West Columbia, South Carolina
Dr. McIntosh's 23 Medicare procedures are below the West Columbia average of 87. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in West Columbia.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Lee | 186 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Hoyt Beard | 130 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Piasecki | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gautham Gondi | 81 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Kingery | 50 | Knee |
| Dr. Justin Knight | 44 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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