Dr. James Sherrell, MD
Dr. James Sherrell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Sherrell has performed 90 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#20 in Tennessee) and 70 hip replacements, for a combined total of 160 procedures.
In Tennessee, Dr. Sherrell performs well above average in knee (90 vs 45 avg), above average in hip (70 vs 36 avg).
Dr. Sherrell's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (90 cases) and hip replacements (70 cases).
Knoxville is home to 30 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Knoxville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Sherrell extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 112 to 160 in the most recent data, a 43% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Sherrell's 90 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
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. Sherrell Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Contact & Location
Knoxville, TN 37909
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sherrell's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 43% from 112 procedures in 2013 to 160 in the most recent data.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Sherrell
How does Dr. Sherrell's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Sherrell has performed 160 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Tennessee average of 64 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Sherrell ranks #18 out of 214 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sherrell perform?
Dr. Sherrell's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (90 cases) and hip replacement (70 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Sherrell with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Sherrell ranks #20 in Tennessee for knee replacement with 90 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 214 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sherrell in Knoxville?
Yes. There are 30 orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville 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. Sherrell 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. Sherrell's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 160 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Sherrell's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Sherrell's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 112 procedures in 2013 to 160 in the most recent data, a 43% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 160 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Sherrell perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sherrell's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (90 cases), hip replacement (70 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sherrell affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sherrell is affiliated with Parkwest Medical Center, Morristown Hamblen Hospital Association, Tennova Healthcare Jefferson Memorial Hospital, Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center.
How does Dr. Sherrell compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville?
Among the 30 orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville, Dr. Sherrell ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Knoxville has 341 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sherrell practices?
Parkwest Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Morristown Hamblen Hospital Association (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Tennova Healthcare Jefferson Memorial Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Knoxville, Tennessee
Dr. Sherrell's 160 Medicare procedures are below the Knoxville average of 193. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Knoxville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Herman Botero | 341 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Nadaud | 194 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Conrad Ivie | 192 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Harold Cates | 173 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Dilworth | 155 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Yau | 133 | Hip, Knee |
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