Dr. Gregory Catlett, M.D.
Contact & Location
512-476-2830
Austin, TX 78751
Dr. Catlett performs more knee replacement procedures than 48% of orthopedic surgeons in Texas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #251 of 489 ranked knee surgeons in Texas.
About Dr. Catlett
Practice. Dr. Gregory Catlett is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Austin, Texas. The latest annual CMS data records 29 knee replacements and 14 hip replacements, 43 procedures in all. That is #251 in Texas for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2012.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2018 to 2024, 7 years. Volume peaked at 75 in 2023 and stands at 43 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 29 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Austin has 33 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 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 46 | 22 |
| 2019 | 28 | 21 |
| 2020 | 15 | 0 |
| 2021 | 12 | 20 |
| 2022 | 31 | 41 |
| 2023 | 24 | 51 |
| 2024 | 14 | 29 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Catlett Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Catlett's recorded volume peaked at 75 procedures in 2023 and stood at 43 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Catlett
How does Dr. Catlett's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Catlett has performed 43 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Texas average is 57 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Catlett ranks #276 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Catlett perform?
Dr. Catlett's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases) and hip replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Catlett in Austin?
Yes. There are 33 orthopedic surgeons in Austin 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. Catlett 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Catlett's total volume across all insurers at roughly 150 to 180 procedures against the 43 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. Catlett's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Catlett's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 75 procedures in 2023 and was 43 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Catlett perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Catlett's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases), hip replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Catlett affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Catlett is affiliated with St David'S Medical Center, Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin, St. David'S North Austin Medical Center.
How does Dr. Catlett compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Austin?
Among the 33 orthopedic surgeons in Austin, Dr. Catlett ranks #19 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Austin has 220 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Catlett practices?
St David'S Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St. David'S North Austin Medical Center (3 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 Austin, Texas
Dr. Catlett's 43 Medicare procedures are below the Austin average of 156. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Austin.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. E Heinrich | 220 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jacob Manuel | 220 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tyler Goldberg | 170 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Dodgin | 164 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jose Romero | 158 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Jimenez | 116 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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