Dr. James Bailey, MD
Contact & Location
Memphis, TN 38120
Dr. James Bailey is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Memphis, Tennessee. Dr. Bailey has performed 51 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#57 in Tennessee) and 21 hip replacements, for a combined total of 72 procedures.
In Tennessee, Dr. Bailey performs near average in knee (51 vs 46 avg), below average in hip (21 vs 36 avg).
Dr. Bailey's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (51 cases) and hip replacements (21 cases).
Memphis is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Memphis area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Bailey first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Bailey's 51 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
How Dr. Bailey Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
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 Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bailey
How does Dr. Bailey's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Bailey has performed 72 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Tennessee average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bailey ranks #76 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bailey perform?
Dr. Bailey's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (51 cases) and hip replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bailey in Memphis?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Memphis 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 Tennessee surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Bailey represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Bailey's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 72 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Bailey perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bailey's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (51 cases), hip replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bailey affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bailey is affiliated with St Francis Hospital, Baptist Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Bailey compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Memphis?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Memphis, Dr. Bailey ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Bailey is among the highest-volume surgeons in Memphis.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bailey practices?
St Francis Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Baptist Memorial Hospital (2 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 Memphis, Tennessee
Dr. Bailey's 72 Medicare procedures are below the Memphis average of 75. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Memphis.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Andrew Wodowski | 143 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Owen Tabor | 123 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Neel | 60 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kenneth Weiss | 52 | Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Giel | 49 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Jay Saenz | 26 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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