Dr. James Bailey, M.D.
Contact & Location
901-259-1600
Memphis, TN 38120
Southaven, MS 38671
Dr. Bailey performs more knee replacement procedures than 67% of orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #57 of 176 ranked knee surgeons in Tennessee.
About Dr. Bailey
Practice. Dr. James Bailey is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Memphis, Tennessee. The latest annual CMS data records 51 knee replacements and 21 hip replacements, 72 procedures in all. That is #57 in Tennessee for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2019.
Trend. Dr. Bailey first appears in the Medicare data in 2024. With 1 year on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 51 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Memphis has 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Bailey also holds hospital privileges in TN and MS, a practice that extends beyond Tennessee.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 1 year: 72 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip 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. 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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What to Expect on the Day of SurgeryA step-by-step walkthrough of your surgical day, from pre-op preparation through anesthesia, the procedure itself, and the first hours of recovery.
Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week ExpectationsA detailed week-by-week guide covering pain levels, mobility milestones, physical therapy progression, and when to expect a return to daily activities.
Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
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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 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Bailey's total volume across all insurers at roughly 250 to 310 procedures against the 72 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.
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, Fmol Health I St Dominic, Merit Health River Oaks, Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto. Dr. Bailey maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
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); Fmol Health I St Dominic (1 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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