Dr. Jesse Otero, M.D., Ph.D.
Contact & Location
704-323-2564
Charlotte, NC 28207
Dr. Otero performs more hip replacement procedures than 92% of orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #13 of 172 ranked hip surgeons in North Carolina.
About Dr. Otero
Practice. Dr. Jesse Otero is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Charlotte, North Carolina. The latest annual CMS data records 74 hip replacements and 66 knee replacements, 140 procedures in all. That is #13 in North Carolina for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2011.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2016 to 2024, 9 years. Volume rose from 54 procedures a year to 140, up 159%.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 74 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 36.
Local context. Charlotte has 32 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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 25 | 29 |
| 2017 | 34 | 60 |
| 2018 | 62 | 36 |
| 2019 | 48 | 33 |
| 2020 | 40 | 48 |
| 2021 | 33 | 49 |
| 2022 | 46 | 43 |
| 2023 | 51 | 77 |
| 2024 | 74 | 66 |
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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee 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. Otero Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Otero's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 159% from 54 procedures in 2016 to 140 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 Hip Replacement
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Otero
How does Dr. Otero's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Otero has performed 140 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the North Carolina average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Otero ranks #34 out of 293 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Otero perform?
Dr. Otero's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (74 cases) and knee replacement (66 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Otero with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Otero ranks #13 in North Carolina for hip replacement with 74 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 293 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Otero in Charlotte?
Yes. There are 32 orthopedic surgeons in Charlotte 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 North Carolina surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Otero 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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Otero's total volume across all insurers at roughly 460 to 580 procedures against the 140 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. Otero's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Otero's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 54 procedures in 2016 to 140 in the most recent data, a 159% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 140 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Otero perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Otero's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (74 cases), knee replacement (66 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Otero affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Otero is affiliated with Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health, Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center.
How does Dr. Otero compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Charlotte?
Among the 32 orthopedic surgeons in Charlotte, Dr. Otero ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Charlotte has 293 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Otero practices?
Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Charlotte, North Carolina
Dr. Otero's 140 Medicare procedures are below the Charlotte average of 198. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Charlotte.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Howard Homesley | 293 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ronald Singer | 226 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Omar Behery | 212 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Keith Fehring | 193 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Benjamin Wooster | 165 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Masonis | 160 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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