Dr. James Harris, MD
Dr. James Harris is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Tyler, Texas. Dr. Harris has performed 18 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#367 in Texas) and 14 hip replacements, for a combined total of 32 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Harris performs below average in knee (18 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (14 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Harris's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (18 cases) and hip replacements (14 cases).
Tyler is home to 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Tyler area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Harris's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 49 procedures in 2015 before settling at 32 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Harris's 18 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Harris Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
Tyler, TX 75701
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Harris's recorded volume peaked at 49 procedures in 2015 and stood at 32 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Harris
How does Dr. Harris's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Harris has performed 32 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Texas average is 56 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Harris ranks #331 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Harris perform?
Dr. Harris's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (18 cases) and hip replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Harris in Tyler?
Yes. There are 15 orthopedic surgeons in Tyler 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 Texas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Harris 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. Harris's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 32 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Harris's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Harris's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 49 procedures in 2015 and was 32 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.
Does Dr. Harris perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Harris's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (18 cases), hip replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Harris affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Harris is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Texas Spine & Joint Hospital, Ut Health East Texas Athens Hospital, Ut Health East Texas Tyler Regional Hospital, Christus Mother Frances Hospital, Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center.
How does Dr. Harris compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Tyler?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Tyler, Dr. Harris ranks #14 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Tyler has 452 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Harris practices?
Baylor Scott & White Texas Spine & Joint Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ut Health East Texas Athens Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ut Health East Texas Tyler Regional Hospital (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 Tyler, Texas
Dr. Harris's 32 Medicare procedures are below the Tyler average of 150. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Tyler.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kenneth Kaminski | 452 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Hester | 157 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Volatile | 116 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Roger McCown | 111 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Conflitti | 94 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Phillips | 90 | Hip, Knee |
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