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Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD

(14 Ratings)

Specializes in: Pediatric Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery and Spine Surgery

University of North Texas Health Science Center, Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine (1993)

Professional interests include: musculoskeletal problems, neck surgery, spinal cord problems, and more.

9150 Huebner Road Suite 260
San Antonio, TX 78240

(210) 614-6432

Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD is a pediatric orthopedist in Uvalde, TX specializing in pediatric orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and spine surgery. He graduated from University of North Texas Health Science Center, Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1993 and has 33 years of experience. Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD is affiliated with Methodist Health System, SOUTH TEXAS SPINAL CLINIC, P.A. and Methodist Children's Hospital Methodist Hospital Specialty and Transplant Methodist Hospital Metropolitan Methodist Hospital Northeast.

Office Locations

1038 Garner Field Road
Uvalde, TX 78801

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7109 N Bartlett Avenue Suite 109
Laredo, TX 78041

(210) 614-6432

(210) 293-2989

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Methodist Children's Hospital Methodist Hospital Specialty and Transplant Methodist Hospital Metropolitan Methodist Hospital Northeast

9150 Huebner Road Suite 260
San Antonio, TX 78240

(210) 614-6432

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9150 Huebner Road Suite 290, South Texas Spinal Clinic
San Antonio, TX 78258

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Some issues Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD can help you with:

Musculoskeletal Problems

The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.

Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.

Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.

Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.

Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.

Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD treated as a pediatric orthopedist in Uvalde, TX during 2012 were X-rays and spinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	183
spinal procedures	140
X-rays	140

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD treated as a pediatric orthopedist in Uvalde, TX during 2013 were X-rays and spinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	189
spinal procedures	163
X-rays	163

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	41
Female	82

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	93
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	44
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	43

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD in 2013

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	31
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD treated as a pediatric orthopedist in Uvalde, TX during 2014 were spinal procedures, X-rays, nerve procedures and decompression surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD for Medicare patients.

decompression surgery	11
doctor visit	203
nerve procedures	11
spinal procedures	211
X-rays	186

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	50
Female	99

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	114
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	75
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	45

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD in 2014

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	23
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	30
Dementia	9
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD treated as a pediatric orthopedist in Uvalde, TX during 2015 were spinal procedures, X-rays, nerve procedures and decompression surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD for Medicare patients.

decompression surgery	38
doctor visit	302
musculoskeletal imaging	34
nerve procedures	38
spinal procedures	254
X-rays	250

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	142
Female	284

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	316
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	196
From 75 to 84	124
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD in 2015

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	38
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	36
Dementia	8
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD treated as a pediatric orthopedist in Uvalde, TX during 2016 were X-rays, musculoskeletal imaging, spinal procedures and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	70
decompression surgery	13
doctor visit	526
musculoskeletal imaging	108
nerve procedures	13
spinal procedures	85
X-rays	180

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	78
Female	212

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	213
Black	0
Hispanic	61
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	127
From 75 to 84	96
85 and over	18
Less than 65	49

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD in 2016

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	22
Osteoperosis	46
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	34
Dementia	9
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD treated as a pediatric orthopedist in Uvalde, TX during 2017 were X-rays, blood draw, musculoskeletal imaging and spinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	109
decompression surgery	18
doctor visit	548
musculoskeletal imaging	90
nerve procedures	18
spinal procedures	83
X-rays	155

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	89
Female	233

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	224
Black	0
Hispanic	74
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	145
From 75 to 84	96
85 and over	25
Less than 65	56

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD in 2017

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	34
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	36
Dementia	12
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD treated as a pediatric orthopedist in Uvalde, TX during 2018 were spinal procedures, X-rays, pain management and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD for Medicare patients.

arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery)	11
decompression surgery	12
doctor visit	253
injections	15
nerve procedures	12
pain management	15
spinal procedures	106
X-rays	72

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	60
Female	118

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	128
Black	0
Hispanic	39
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	99
From 75 to 84	43
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD in 2018

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	30
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	36
Dementia	13
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD treated as a pediatric orthopedist in Uvalde, TX during 2019 were spinal procedures and X-rays.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	238
spinal procedures	79
X-rays	67

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	64
Female	101

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	123
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	75
From 75 to 84	43
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD in 2019

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	24
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	35
Dementia	14
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD treated as a pediatric orthopedist in Uvalde, TX during 2020 were X-rays and spinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	216
spinal procedures	47
X-rays	47

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	55
Female	113

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	131
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	70
From 75 to 84	49
85 and over	15
Less than 65	34

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD in 2020

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	38
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	32
Dementia	14
Cancer	7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD treated as a pediatric orthopedist in Uvalde, TX during 2021 were X-rays and spinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	236
spinal procedures	53
X-rays	53

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	56
Female	122

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	134
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	91
From 75 to 84	51
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD in 2021

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	28
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	36
Dementia	13
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD treated as a pediatric orthopedist in Uvalde, TX during 2022 were spinal procedures, X-rays, nerve procedures and decompression surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD for Medicare patients.

arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery)	11
decompression surgery	20
doctor visit	437
nerve procedures	20
spinal procedures	112
X-rays	61

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	100
Female	176

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	194
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	137
From 75 to 84	91
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	36
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	32
Dementia	4
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD treated as a pediatric orthopedist in Uvalde, TX were X-rays, spinal procedures, blood draw and musculoskeletal imaging.

arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery)	11
blood draw	89
decompression surgery	18
doctor visit	302
injections	15
musculoskeletal imaging	77
nerve procedures	18
pain management	15
spinal procedures	121
X-rays	124

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	66
Female	140

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	151
Hispanic	15
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	53
85 and over	5
Less than 65	20
65 to 74	96

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	12
Osteoporosis	28
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	30
Atrial Fibrillation	5
Cancer	6
Dementia	8

Education & Training

Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD graduated from University of North Texas Health Science Center, Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1993. He completed residency at University of Texas Medical Branch - Galveston, TX. He has a state license in Texas.

Medical School: University of North Texas Health Science Center, Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine (1993)

Residency: University of Texas Medical Branch - Galveston, TX (1998)

Licensed In: Texas

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Methodist Health System

SOUTH TEXAS SPINAL CLINIC, P.A.

Methodist Children's Hospital Methodist Hospital Specialty and Transplant Methodist Hospital Metropolitan Methodist Hospital Northeast

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD from all over the web to help you find the right in Uvalde, TX.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. James W. Simmons III, DO, PhD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Stryker Corporation	$6,262 THORACO-LUMBAR $714	MESA $660	Tritanium $637	XIA $628	None $561	Other $3,062
DePuy Orthopaedics Inc.	$4,060 Spine $4,000	Trauma $60
ZIMVIE INC.	$2,012 The Tether $2,008	Mobi-C $3
SeaSpine Orthopedics Corporation	$1,669 Mariner Deformity $952	Mariner Adult Deformity $577	Accell Evo3c $140
DeGen Medical, Inc.	$1,391 $1,391
Other	$9,403 EXPEDIUM $905	iFuse Implant $844	Tymlos $746	FORTEO $624	Excelsius - GPS $533	Other $5,750

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$12,967
Travel and Lodging	$7,824
Consulting Fee	$4,000
Education	$6

Biography

Dr. James Simmons' areas of specialization are pediatric orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and spine surgery. He is rated 5.0 stars (out of 5) by his patients. Areas of expertise for Dr. Simmons include diabetes, shoulder surgery, and hand problems. He graduated from the University of North Texas Health Science Center, Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Simmons speaks Spanish. He is affiliated with Methodist Health System.