Dr. James Harris is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Tyler, Texas. In 2023, Dr. Harris performed 18 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#367 in Texas) and 14 hip replacements, for a combined total of 32 procedures.
Dr. Harris's 32 Medicare procedures are near the Texas median of 40. The state has 573 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
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.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Harris
How does Dr. Harris's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Harris 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 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Tyler, Texas
Compare Dr. Harris's volume with other 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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