Dr. Raheel Ali, MD
Dr. Raheel Ali is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in The Woodlands, Texas. Dr. Ali has performed 32 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#88 in Texas) and 22 knee replacements, for a combined total of 54 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Ali performs near average in hip (32 vs 30 avg), below average in knee (22 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Ali's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (32 cases) and knee replacements (22 cases).
The Woodlands is home to 16 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the The Woodlands area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Ali's Medicare data spans 4 years, beginning in 2020. Volume peaked at 96 procedures in 2021 before settling at 54 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Ali's 32 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
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. Ali Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
The Woodlands, TX 77385
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ali's recorded volume peaked at 96 procedures in 2021 and stood at 54 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Ali
How does Dr. Ali's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Ali has performed 54 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Texas average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Ali ranks #209 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ali perform?
Dr. Ali's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (32 cases) and knee replacement (22 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ali in The Woodlands?
Yes. There are 16 orthopedic surgeons in The Woodlands 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. Ali 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. Ali's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 54 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Ali's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Ali's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 96 procedures in 2021 and was 54 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. Ali perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ali's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (32 cases), knee replacement (22 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ali affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ali is affiliated with Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital.
How does Dr. Ali compare to other orthopedic surgeons in The Woodlands?
Among the 16 orthopedic surgeons in The Woodlands, Dr. Ali ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in The Woodlands has 176 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ali practices?
Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); 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 The Woodlands, Texas
Dr. Ali's 54 Medicare procedures are below the The Woodlands average of 91. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in The Woodlands.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Eric Price | 176 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Brian Chimenti | 125 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kelly Blevins | 94 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Braden Hartline | 69 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Rabah Qadir | 64 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Neville Flowers | 56 | Hip, Knee |
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