
James Edward Murphy, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult (18-65)
- Adults over 65
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout James Edward Murphy
Dr. Murphy is a board-certified and fellowship-trained adult reconstruction specialist. His clinical interests include progressive hip and knee replacement (including robotic partial and total knee and hip replacements as well as direct anterior hip replacements), rapid recovery protocols, revision surgery and treatment of infections. Dr. Murphy attended The Pennsylvania State University, where he earned his medical degree, and completed his residency at Case Western Reserve University. He completed his fellowship in adult reconstruction at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Murphy is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
When he's not at work, Dr. Murphy enjoys walking and other exercise, as well as reading and taking care of his plants. He is also a coin collector and roots for Cleveland sports teams.
Professional Memberships
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery
American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons
Locations
- Geisinger Wilkes Barre - Orthotics
- 1175 East Mountain Boulevard, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
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- phone: 800-275-6401
- Geisinger Wilkes Barre - Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine
- 1175 East Mountain Boulevard, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
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- phone: 800-275-6401
Expertise
Education
- Residency: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, 2012
- Doctor of Medicine: Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine, 2006
Board Certifications
- Orthopaedic Surgery: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Insurance
- Aetna - ActiveCare 1-HD
- Aetna - ActiveCare 2
- Aetna - ActiveCare Select
- AETNA - Aetna (all commercial plans including HMO)
- Aetna - Aetna Affordable Health Choices limited benefits insurance plan (SRC only)
- Aetna - Aetna Basic HMO (available in CA only)
- Aetna - Aetna Better Health Chip
- Aetna - Aetna Choice POS (Aetna HealthFund)
- Aetna - Aetna Choice POS (Open Access)
- Aetna - Aetna Choice POS II (Aetna HealthFund)
- Aetna - Aetna Choice POS II (Open Access)
- Aetna - Aetna Choice POS II on the Altius Network
- Aetna - Aetna Health Network Only (Open Access)
- Aetna - Aetna Health Network Only (Open Access) on the Altius Network
- Aetna - Aetna Health Network Option (Open Access)
- Aetna - Aetna Health Network Option (Open Access) on the Altius Network
- Aetna - Aetna HealthFund Aetna Health Network Only (Open Access)
- Aetna - Aetna HealthFund Aetna Health Network Option (Open Access)
- Aetna - Aetna HealthFund HMO (available in CA only)
- Aetna - Aetna Select
- Aetna - Aetna Signature Administrators (PPO)
- Aetna - Behavioral Health Program
- Aetna - Elect Choice EPO
- Aetna - Elect Choice EPO (Open Access)
- Aetna - Elect Choice EPO (Open Access) on the Altius Network
- Aetna - Employee Assistance Program
- Aetna - HCA Well Care (Levels 1, 2 and 3)
- Aetna - HMO
- Aetna - LM HealthWorks Plan
- Aetna - Managed Choice (Open Access)
- Aetna - Managed Choice (Open Access) on the Altius Network
- Aetna - Managed Choice POS
- Aetna - Medicare Advantage
- Aetna - Medicare Open (Private Fee-for-Service)
- Aetna - Medicare Plan (HMO)
- Aetna - Medicare Plan (Open Access HMO)
- Aetna - Medicare Plan (PPO)
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- Aetna - Open Access Aetna Select (Aetna Health Fund)
- Aetna - Open Access Elect Choice EPO (Aetna Health Fund)
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- Aetna - Open Choice PPO
- Aetna - Open Choice PPO (Aetna Health Fund)
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- Aetna - Premier Care Network
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- Aetna - Vitalidad Mexico con Aetna
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- Capital Blue Cross - PPO Choice 1
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- Capital Blue Cross/Capital Advantage Insurance Co. - Blue Card Participating Products
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- Capital Blue Cross/Capital Advantage Insurance Co. - Special Care
- Christian HealthCare Ministries - Christian HealthCare Ministries
- Cigna - Choice Fund Open Access Plus
- Cigna - Choice Fund PPO
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- Cigna - Open Access Plan
- Cigna - Open Access Plus
- Cigna - Open Access Value (all deductible levels)
- Cigna - Open Access Value Plan
- Cigna - POS Open Access
- CIGNA of Pennsylvania - CIGNA - HMO
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- Cigna-HealthSpring - Cigna Healthspring Medicaid - MMAI
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- Geisinger Healthplan - Gold Classic 360 Rx (HMO)
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- Health Net - National PPO - First Health
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- HighMark Blue Cross Blue Shield - Balance Blue PPO
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- HighMark Blue Shield - Commercial
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- HighMark Blue Shield - First Priority Health
- HighMark Blue Shield - First Priority Life Insurance Company
- HighMark Blue Shield - Freedom Blue
- Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey - Federal Employee Plan - Basic Option
- Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey - Federal Employee Plan - Standard Option
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- Integrated Health Plan Behavioral Health - Behavioral Health
- Jefferson Health Plan - CHIP
- Jefferson Health Plan - Medicaid
- LIFE Geisinger - LIFE Geisinger
- Magellan Behavioral Health - Behavioral Health Program
- Managed Health Network, Inc. (MHN) - Health Net of the Northeast - HMO and POS
- Managed Health Network, Inc. (MHN) - Health Net of the Northeast - PPO
- Medicaid - Fee For Service (FFS)
- Medicaid - Managed Care
- Medicaid - Managed Long Term Services and Supports (MLTSS)
- Medicaid - Medicaid
- Medicaid - Medically Needy / Share of Cost
- Medicare - Medicare
- Memorial Hermann - MultiPlan
- Memorial Hermann - PHCS
- Mental Health Network (MHNet) - Behavioral Health Program
- MHNet Behavioral Health - Commercial
- Moda Health - PHCS
- Multiplan PHCS - Multiplan
- Multiplan PHCS - MultiPlan Complementary
- Multiplan PHCS - MultiPlan Preventative Services Only
- Multiplan PHCS - MultiPlan Specific Services
- Multiplan PHCS - PHCS
- Multiplan PHCS - PHCS Healthy Directions or Extended PPO
- Multiplan PHCS - PHCS Limited Benefit Plan
- Multiplan PHCS - PHCS Practioner Only
- Multiplan PHCS - PHCS Preventative Service Only
- Multiplan PHCS - PHCS Savility
- Multiplan PHCS - ValuePoint by MultiPlan
- Optum Veterans Affairs Community Care Network - Medicare
- Oscar Health Insurance - Medicare
- PA Health and Wellness - Ambetter
- PA Health and Wellness - Community Health Choices
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- POMCO - POMCO-PHCS/Multiplan
- Private Healthcare Systems - Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS) (PPO)
- Tricare - TRICARE Extra - HealthNet Federal Services
- Tricare - TRICARE For Life
- Tricare - TRICARE Prime - HealthNet Federal Services
- Tricare - TRICARE Reserve Select (TRS)
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- UnitedHealthcare - PacifiCare Signature POS
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- UPMC - UPMC for You Medicare Advantage
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Ratings & Reviews
4.8 out of 5
347 ratings, 42 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions (shown below) from our independently conducted surveys (by Press Ganey Associates) sent to patients within two weeks after their visit with their care provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2026
Dr. Murphy is very personable. He is very attentive and warm while interacting with his patients.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
Provided gave a 2nd opinion on a surgery I had. He stated everything looked good. I went to another provider at the Rothman Institute who stated the kneecap used during the initial TKR was too big and I needed a revision surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2026
Very confident in this care provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/24/2026
Dr. Murphy is excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2026
Very nice person.. Always answers my questions and concerns within 24 hours
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2026
Dr. Murphy did an excellent job, he helped me get back somewhat to my life , I would rave about him and his team to anyone who would listen,,, thank you all for all you do
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
Very good advice and outcome to PPT
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/6/2025
I have recommended Dr . Murphy already
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2025
Dr Murphy showed me the xray-it looked great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/22/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2025
Excellent physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2025
Great office
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2025
Dr Murphy is the very best. Great surgeon and was always responsive to my surgery questions. Best care ever received! Surgery was flawless!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2025
Dr. Murphy is friendly, compassionate and always answers any question I may have. He is top notch.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2025
Professional, personable, and knowledgeable. A doctor I completely trust with my health care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/4/2025
Wonderful care and concern
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/4/2025
Provider addressing issues after surgery in a professional manner
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2025
I like Dr. Murphy, listened to all my concerns, also explains the treatment plan.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2025
Excellant
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2025
I love Dr Murphy. He has always been there for me and always listened to me.He never rushes when I see him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/22/2025
I have recommended Dr Murphy to others
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
Very happy everything
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/3/2025
Dr. Murphy was excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/1/2025
I love Dr. Murphy. Many of my surgeries have been about of town but I won't let anyone but Dr. Murphy work on my hips!! He amazing!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2025
Dr. Murphy is the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2025
Most confident with this provider. Was previously apprehensive about having procedure done.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2025
Dr James Murphy is one of the finest providers you have on staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2025
I was very pleased and would recommend this doctor and office
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2025
Care provider questioned the medication to be administered and took the time to triple check to assure it was the correct medication before administering. This was very much appreciated and further instilled confidence.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2025
Dr. Murphy is one of my favorite doctors....great guy!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2025
Great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2025
Seen here 5 years ago. Remembered me was able to set up good plan
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2025
Very nice, personable, easy to talk to and explains thing well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
This comment is a reflection on the obvious office rules NOT on Dr Murphy. It was obvious he had a small time allotedto spend on my appointment. He was thorough and thoughtful. I would have appreciated more time to further discuss treatments options like PT and helpful hints for living with deteriorating knees and living with an eye to possible future surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2025
Excellent Care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/24/2025
Dr. Murphy is openly concerned about his patient's well being. Puts the patient at ease.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2025
Care provider explained condition very well. Was very apprehensive about procedure but now feel very confident after consultation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/19/2025
Very knowledgeable and easy to relate as issues were described.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2025
Dr Murphy is a very informative and compassionate Dr. My questions were answered and concerns addressed. I would highly recommend Dr Murphy to my family and friends.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2025
Good