Dr. Katherine Li, M.D;.
Contact & Location
281-737-0999
Charlotte, NC 28204
About Dr. Li
Dr. Katherine Li is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Charlotte, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. Li performed 57 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#57 in North Carolina) and 21 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 78 procedures.
In North Carolina, Dr. Li performs above the state average in knee (57 vs 44), below the state average in hip (21 vs 33).
Dr. Li's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (57 cases) and hip replacements (21 cases).
Charlotte is home to 32 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Charlotte area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Li first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Li's 57 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 2 years: 43 procedures in 2023 and 78 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
How Dr. Li Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Li has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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 Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Li
How does Dr. Li's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Li has performed 78 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the North Carolina average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Li ranks #67 out of 293 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Li perform?
Dr. Li's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (57 cases) and hip replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Li 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. Li represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Li's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 78 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Li perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Li's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (57 cases), hip replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Li affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Li is affiliated with Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital. Dr. Li maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Li compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Charlotte?
Among the 32 orthopedic surgeons in Charlotte, Dr. Li ranks #16 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. Li practices?
Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital (5 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 Charlotte, North Carolina
Dr. Li's 78 Medicare procedures are below the Charlotte average of 190. 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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