Dr. Diane Litke, M.D.
Dr. Diane Litke is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Richardson, Texas. Dr. Litke has performed 29 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#255 in Texas) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 41 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Litke performs below average in knee (29 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Litke's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (29 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Richardson is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Richardson area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Litke extend back to 2013, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 41 in the most recent data, a 193% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Litke's 29 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Litke Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
Richardson, TX 75082
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Litke's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 193% from 14 procedures in 2013 to 41 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Litke
How does Dr. Litke's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Litke has performed 41 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Texas average is 56 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Litke ranks #277 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Litke perform?
Dr. Litke's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Litke in Richardson?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Richardson 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 Texas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Litke 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. Litke's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 41 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Litke's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Litke's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2013 to 41 in the most recent data, a 193% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 51 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Litke perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Litke's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Litke affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Litke is affiliated with Methodist Richardson Medical Center, Methodist Hospital For Surgery.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Litke practices?
Methodist Richardson Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Methodist Hospital For Surgery (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Richardson, Texas
Dr. Litke's 41 Medicare procedures are above the Richardson average of 30. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Richardson.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Sacheen Mehta | 18 | Knee |
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