Summary

While he specializes in partial and total joint replacements and fracture care, Dr. James Canedy performs all types of orthopaedics. Board certified by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery, he received his medical degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center and completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at the Campbell Clinic, University of Tennessee College of Health Sciences. NebOrtho, he is actively involved with various boards and organizations including, board member for the Nebraska Medical Center, board chair for the Clarkson College Board of Trustees, president of SimplyWell and Paramount Group, and a board member for Physicians Mutual. Dr. Canedy also serves as associate professor of orthopaedic surgery for UNMC and as director of orthopedic training for the Clarkson Family residency program. He has been recognized with numerous awards including being named among the Best Doctors in America for several consecutive years.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 43 years of experience
  • 38 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Campbell Fountation University Of Tennessee
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. James Thompson Canedy has 4 locations

Orthonebraska

2725 S 144th St Ste 110 # 212Omaha, NE 68144
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Orthonebraska Hospital

2808 S 143rd PlzOmaha, NE 68144

Nebraska Medical Center

4350 Dewey AveOmaha, NE 68105

Orthonebraska

7100 W CENTER RD STE 200OMAHA, NE 68106
Mon8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 9:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.4 
43 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Omaha , NEOmaha , NEOmaha , NEOmaha , NE
Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine Med School: Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Thompson Canedy

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • AARP - PPO
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Health Net - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medica
  • Medica - Medicare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Travelers
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Thompson Canedy has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Thompson Canedy has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Nebraska, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Campbell Fountation University Of Tennessee

Medical School

University Of Nebraska College Of MedicineGraduated in 1983

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