Dr. James Levins, M.D.
Contact & Location
802-847-0000
Burlington, VT 05401
Providence, RI 02905
Seattle, WA 98195
About Dr. Levins
Practice. Dr. James Levins is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Burlington, Vermont. The latest annual CMS data records 17 shoulder replacements. That is #3 in Vermont for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2016.
Trend. Dr. Levins first appears in the Medicare data in 2024. With 1 year on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 17 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Dr. Levins practices across state lines. Dr. Levins also holds hospital privileges in VT and NY, a practice that extends beyond Vermont.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 1 year: 17 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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Levins Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Vermont 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 Shoulder Replacement
If you are considering shoulder replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
A practical checklist of questions covering experience, technique, hospital choice, and recovery expectations to discuss during your surgical consultation.
Nutrition and Recovery After Joint ReplacementHow protein intake, anti-inflammatory foods, hydration, and targeted supplements support bone healing and tissue repair after surgery.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full shoulder replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Levins
How does Dr. Levins's procedure volume compare to other Vermont surgeons?
Dr. Levins has performed 17 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Vermont average is 61 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Levins ranks #14 out of 15 orthopedic surgeons in Vermont.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Levins perform?
Dr. Levins's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 17 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Levins with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Levins ranks #3 in Vermont for shoulder replacement with 17 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 15 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Where is Dr. Levins's practice located?
Dr. Levins practices in Burlington, Vermont. The office is located at 111 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT 05401. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Levins for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Levins 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Levins's total volume across all insurers at roughly 50 to 60 procedures against the 17 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Levins affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Levins is affiliated with University Of Vermont Medical Center, The University Of Vermont Health Network - Champl. Dr. Levins maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Levins practices?
University Of Vermont Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); The University Of Vermont Health Network - Champl (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.
Patient Resources & Verification
Research reviews, verify credentials, and check official quality data through these trusted sources:
Medicare Care Compare and NPI Registry are official U.S. government sources. Google reviews reflect user-submitted feedback. OrthoProcedures.com does not verify the accuracy of third-party review content.