Dr. Katherine Burns, M.D.
Contact & Location
314-291-7900
Bridgeton, MO 63044
Bridgeton, MO 63044
Dr. Burns performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 80% of orthopedic surgeons in Missouri, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #11 of 56 ranked shoulder surgeons in Missouri.
About Dr. Burns
Practice. Dr. Katherine Burns is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bridgeton, Missouri. The latest annual CMS data records 49 shoulder replacements. That is #11 in Missouri for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2014 to 2024, 10 years. Volume rose from 21 procedures a year to 49, up 133%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 49 procedures is above the national average of 29.
Local context. Bridgeton has 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 21 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 18 |
| 2017 | 52 |
| 2018 | 27 |
| 2019 | 36 |
| 2020 | 39 |
| 2021 | 44 |
| 2022 | 47 |
| 2023 | 50 |
| 2024 | 49 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Burns Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Burns's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 133% from 21 procedures in 2014 to 49 in the most recent data.
Hospital Affiliations & Quality
Quality ratings and complication rates are hospital-level metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon performance. Star ratings updated quarterly. Complication data covers a rolling 3-year period.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Burns
How does Dr. Burns's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Burns has performed 49 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Missouri average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Burns ranks #91 out of 204 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Burns perform?
Dr. Burns's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 49 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Burns with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Burns ranks #11 in Missouri for shoulder replacement with 49 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 204 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Burns in Bridgeton?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Bridgeton in the current Medicare dataset. Patients can compare procedure volumes and specializations to choose the surgeon who best fits their needs. Use the state page to view all Missouri surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Burns represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Burns's total volume across all insurers at roughly 130 to 170 procedures against the 49 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Burns's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Burns's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 21 procedures in 2014 to 49 in the most recent data, a 133% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 52 procedures in 2017.
Which hospitals is Dr. Burns affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Burns is affiliated with Ssm Health Depaul Hospital St Louis, Ssm Health St Joseph Hospital-St Charles, Ssm Health St Joseph Hospital-Lake Saint Louis.
How does Dr. Burns compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bridgeton?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Bridgeton, Dr. Burns ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Burns is among the highest-volume surgeons in Bridgeton.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Burns practices?
Ssm Health Depaul Hospital St Louis (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ssm Health St Joseph Hospital-St Charles (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Ssm Health St Joseph Hospital-Lake Saint Louis (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Bridgeton, Missouri
Dr. Burns's 49 Medicare procedures are below the Bridgeton average of 85. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bridgeton.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. William Schroer | 185 | Knee |
| Dr. Frank Tull | 92 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Fallon Maylack | 15 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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