Dr. Raheel Ali, MD
Contact & Location
The Woodlands, TX 77385
Dr. Raheel Ali is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in The Woodlands, Texas. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Ali has performed 49 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#125 in Texas) and 40 hip replacements, for a combined total of 89 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Ali performs near average in knee (49 vs 42 avg), above average in hip (40 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Ali's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (49 cases) and hip replacements (40 cases).
The Woodlands is home to 14 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.
Medicare records for Dr. Ali extend back to 2020, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 54 to 89 in the most recent data, a 65% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Ali's 49 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ali's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 65% from 54 procedures in 2020 to 89 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. Ali
How does Dr. Ali's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Ali has performed 89 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Ali ranks #103 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ali perform?
Dr. Ali's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (49 cases) and hip replacement (40 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ali in The Woodlands?
Yes. There are 14 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 89 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Ali's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Ali's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 54 procedures in 2020 to 89 in the most recent data, a 65% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 96 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Ali perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ali's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (49 cases), hip replacement (40 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 14 orthopedic surgeons in The Woodlands, Dr. Ali ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Ali is among the highest-volume surgeons in The Woodlands.
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 89 Medicare procedures are below the The Woodlands average of 94. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in The Woodlands.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Eric Price | 174 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Brian Chimenti | 115 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Braden Hartline | 88 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kelly Blevins | 69 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Rabah Qadir | 66 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Neville Flowers | 54 | Hip, Knee |
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