James J Yue, MD
James J Yue, MD has practiced orthopaedic surgery for 34+ years, working in group practice. Trained at Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School (class of 1992), he has been practicing for over 34 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 82.18/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 88% of reporting doctors in Connecticut
- Federal MIPS score higher than 35% of MIPS-scored doctors in Connecticut
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Recent · 78dNPPES updated 2026-02-17 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
330 Bridgeport Ave, Shelton, CT 06484-3861
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202382.18/100
Connecticut avg: 84.5 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-1.4 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better45.24%
Connecticut avg: 3.9 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+40.1 pts)
45.24% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better94%
Connecticut avg: 81.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.2 pts)
Better than 88% of reporting doctors in ConnecticutHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
187
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
133
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
420
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $14k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,825 reporting peers in Connecticut.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$203.5k received from industry
39 transactions reported in 2024 ·Very High tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to James J Yue's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1992
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 16, 2026
CMS-verified certification date
34 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
Taxonomy: 207X00000X
Education & Training
Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School (Class of 1992)
Mailing address
2408 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06518-3209
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 450654
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Orthopaedic Surgery Care With James J Yue
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James J Yue for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Shelton required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James J Yue
Dr. Yue is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Shelton, CT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (203) 407-3554.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
330 Bridgeport Ave, Shelton, CT 06484-3861
Mailing Address
2408 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06518-3209
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