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Dr. James R. McClurg, MD

Accepting New Patients

(Dr. James Rafael McClurg, M.D.)

(5 Ratings)

Specializes in: Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery and Hand Surgery

University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine

Professional interests include: fractures (broken bones), osteoporosis, replacement arthroplasty (joint replacement), and more.

5830 Oberlin Drive Suite 102
San Diego, CA 92121

(619) 297-9500

Dr. James R. McClurg, MD is an orthopedist in San Diego, CA specializing in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and hand surgery. He graduated from University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine. Dr. James R. McClurg, MD is affiliated with Sharp HealthCare, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Outpatient Surgery Center of La Jolla, Scripps Health and Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas.

Office Locations

Sharp Memorial Hospital

5830 Oberlin Drive Suite 102
San Diego, CA 92121

(619) 297-9500

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Some issues Dr. James R. McClurg, MD can help you with:

Replacement Arthroplasty (Joint Replacement)

Joint replacement, sometimes also called arthroplasty, is an option when a joint becomes severely damaged by disease or injury. The damaged cartilage of the joint is surgically removed, the ends of the bones in the joint are resurfaced, and a prosthetic is installed. Most prosthetic joints are made of a metal piece that fits into a plastic sleeve so that they glide smoothly. A joint replacement increases stability in the damaged area and decreases pain. The hip and knee are the two joints most commonly replaced, but joint replacement can also be performed on the ankle, shoulder, elbow and even fingers.

Although joint replacement is one of the safest and most reliable medical procedures available, it is still a major surgical procedure. All surgical procedures carry risks, such as infection or blood clots. For this reason, doctors try to help their patients avoid surgery for as long as they can. Taking arthritis medications, losing weight, avoiding high impact sports such as running, taking supplements such as glucosamine or chondroitin, or having joint injections may allow a patient to enjoy life without the need for surgery.

After having joint replacement surgery, patients can expect some pain the first few days as they recover. Physical therapy is an important part of recovery, and it can decrease complications and increase future mobility. As soon as possible, returning to low impact sports such as swimming, walking or biking can stretch and heal the new joint. A prosthetic joint can last 15 - 20 years and cannot be further damaged by degenerative diseases such as arthritis, so once it is done patients should be pain-free for many years.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	76

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	47

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD.

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	16
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	13
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD in 2013

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	28

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD in 2015

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	0
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	23

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	55
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	43

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD.

**Gender**
Male	11
Female	21

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	20
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	19
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD in 2017

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	100

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD.

**Gender**
Male	23
Female	21

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	25
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	23
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD in 2018

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	32
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	120

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD.

**Gender**
Male	21
Female	30

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	32
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	28
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	11

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD in 2019

Hypertension	49
High Cholesterol	37
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	33
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. James R. McClurg, MD treated as an orthopedist in San Diego, CA during 2020 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	64
hospital care	30
inpatient care	30

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD.

**Gender**
Male	27
Female	46

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	51
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	23
From 75 to 84	23
85 and over	12
Less than 65	15

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD in 2020

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	33
Dementia	22
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	88

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD.

**Gender**
Male	18
Female	24

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	26
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	18
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD in 2021

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	29
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	33
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. James R. McClurg, MD treated as an orthopedist in San Diego, CA during 2022 were hospital care, inpatient care and emergency care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	102
emergency care	11
hospital care	17
inpatient care	17

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD.

**Gender**
Male	35
Female	40

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	54
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	28
From 75 to 84	26
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD in 2022

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	19
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	40
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	96

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD.

**Gender**
Male	28
Female	37

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	39
Black	0
Hispanic	12
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	23
From 75 to 84	18
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD in 2023

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	22
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	38
Dementia	20
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. James R. McClurg, MD treated as an orthopedist in San Diego, CA were hospital care, inpatient care and emergency care.

doctor visit	71
emergency care	11
hospital care	23
inpatient care	23

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD.

**Gender**
Male	13
Female	18

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	21
Hispanic	1
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	5
85 and over	1
Less than 65	2
65 to 74	14

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD From 2012 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. James R. McClurg, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and diabetes.

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	15
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	0
Osteoporosis	7
Heart Failure	6
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	17
Atrial Fibrillation	3
Cancer	0
Dementia	3

Education & Training

Dr. James R. McClurg, MD graduated from University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine. He completed residency at University Hospital, Orthopaedic Surgery. He is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery and has a state license in California.

Medical School: University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine

Residency: University Hospital, Orthopaedic Surgery (1991)

Board Certification: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery (1994)

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. James R. McClurg, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Sharp HealthCare

Sharp Memorial Hospital

Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla

Outpatient Surgery Center of La Jolla

Scripps Health

Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. James R. McClurg, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: TRICARE, Cigna, Aetna, Self-Pay/Uninsured, Blue Shield of California, Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, First Health, Beech Street, Workers' Compensation, Health Net, Medicare, Humana, Pacific Foundation for Medical Care and AXA Assistance.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. James R. McClurg, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

TRICARE

Cigna

Aetna

Self-Pay/Uninsured

Blue Shield of California

Anthem

UnitedHealthcare

First Health

Beech Street

Workers' Compensation

Health Net

Medicare

Humana

Pacific Foundation for Medical Care

AXA Assistance

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. James R. McClurg, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. James R. McClurg, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in San Diego, CA.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. James R. McClurg, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Arthrex, Inc.	$1,930 $1,930
ENCORE MEDICAL, LP	$1,195 DJO Surgical AltiVate Reverse $946	DJO Surgical TaperFill Hip System $127	DJO Surgical Empowr Knee System $123
KLS Martin L.P.	$809 $809
ConforMIS, Inc.	$471 ALL $471
Stryker Corporation	$445 Gamma $118	ROBOTICS $97	T2 $69	Variax $66	KNEES $51	Other $44
Other	$1,118 AQUAMANTYS $135	Brady Generator $123	Acu-Loc Wrist Plating System $100	OXYCONTIN $67	Trauma $59	Other $634

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$2,657
Education	$1,895
Travel and Lodging	$1,417

Biography

Dr. James McClurg's specialties are hand surgery and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He practices in San Diego, CA. These areas are among his clinical interests: knee surgery, surgical repair, and elbow arthroplasty. Patients gave him an average rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, and Blue California are among the insurance carriers that Dr. McClurg honors. He graduated from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine. Dr. McClurg speaks Spanish. He is professionally affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Sharp Memorial Hospital, and Outpatient Surgery Center of La Jolla. His practice in San Diego, CA is open to new patients as reported by Sharp HealthCare.