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Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD

(134 Ratings)

Specializes in: Ophthalmology (Eye Disease)

University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine (2014)

Professional interests include: blepharoplasty, eye problems, abobotulinumtoxinA (Dysport), and more.

5933 Blakeney Park Drive Suite 200
Charlotte, NC 28277

(704) 295-3000

Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD is an ophthalmologist in Charlotte, NC specializing in ophthalmology (eye disease). She graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine in 2014 and has 12 years of experience. Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD is affiliated with Charlotte Eye Ear Nose and Throat Associates and CHARLOTTE EYE EAR NOSE AND THROAT ASSOCIATES PA.

Office Locations

5933 Blakeney Park Drive Suite 200
Charlotte, NC 28277

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6035 Fairview Road
Charlotte, NC 28210

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Some issues Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD can help you with:

Blepharoplasty

Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure to remove excess tissue around the eyelids. With aging, skin loses elasticity. In some people, skin can pool around the eyes causing wrinkles, puffiness, under-eye bags, and drooping.

During a blepharoplasty, tiny incisions are made under local anesthesia, and any excess skin or underlying tissue is removed from the eyelids. The procedure takes between one and three hours, and patients may have bruising and swelling around their eyes for a few days afterwards. Icing the area may help.

The surgery is sometimes done along with other facial surgery as part of a facelift. Typically, a blepharoplasty is considered cosmetic. In severe cases, however, upper eyelids may droop so significantly that they make it hard to see. In these cases, blepharoplasty may be considered a necessary treatment.

Eye Problems

Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.

Refractive disorders happen when the shape of the eye doesn't let allow someone focus very precisely. They might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.

Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.

Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.

More than just one of the five senses, the eyes are heavily relied upon to communicate, work, and get around every day. It's important to have regular eye exams for vision stays in good shape for years to come.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 25%

By Affordability:

blepharoplasty

blepharoptosis repair

eyelid plastic surgery

eyelid surgery

facial plastic surgery

ptosis repair

upper lid blepharoplasty

In 2012, Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD had a list price for blepharoplasty, blepharoptosis (droopy eyelid) repair, eyelid plastic surgery, eyelid surgery, facial plastic surgery , ptosis repair, and upper lid blepharoplasty that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within North Carolina. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Charlotte, NC during 2019 were emergency care and lacrimal (tearing system) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD for Medicare patients.

emergency care	27
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	18

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD.

**Gender**
Male	23
Female	41

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	53
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	27
From 75 to 84	14
85 and over	11
Less than 65	12

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	28
Dementia	23
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Charlotte, NC during 2020 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	147
eye procedures	36

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD.

**Gender**
Male	53
Female	108

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	145
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	78
From 75 to 84	45
85 and over	20
Less than 65	18

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD in 2020

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	26
Dementia	0
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Charlotte, NC during 2021 were eye procedures, plastic surgery procedures, diagnostic procedures and lacrimal (tearing system) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	36
doctor visit	723
excision	15
eye procedures	276
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	18
plastic surgery procedures	103
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	15

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD.

**Gender**
Male	190
Female	349

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	463
Black	35
Hispanic	14
Asian	14
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	283
From 75 to 84	182
85 and over	52
Less than 65	22

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD in 2021

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	27
Dementia	7
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Charlotte, NC during 2022 were eye procedures, plastic surgery procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	680
excision	31
eye procedures	149
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	27
plastic surgery procedures	115
reconstructive surgery	12
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	31
tissue transfer	12
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	12

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD.

**Gender**
Male	187
Female	364

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	483
Black	32
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	18
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	265
From 75 to 84	207
85 and over	62
Less than 65	17

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD in 2022

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	28
Dementia	4
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2019 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Charlotte, NC were eye procedures, plastic surgery procedures, diagnostic procedures and emergency care.

diagnostic procedures	36
doctor visit	516
emergency care	27
excision	23
eye procedures	153
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	21
plastic surgery procedures	109
reconstructive surgery	12
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	23
tissue transfer	12
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	12

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2019 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD.

**Gender**
Male	113
Female	215

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	16
Asian / Pacific Islander	3
Non-Hispanic White	286
Hispanic	3
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	4

**Age**
75 to 84	112
85 and over	36
Less than 65	17
65 to 74	163

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD From 2019 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	11
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	27
Atrial Fibrillation	12
Cancer	8
Dementia	8

Education & Training

Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine in 2014. She completed residency at University of Alabama Affiliated Hospitals. She has a state license in North Carolina.

Medical School: University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine (2014)

Residency: University of Alabama Affiliated Hospitals (2018)

Licensed In: North Carolina

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Charlotte Eye Ear Nose and Throat Associates

CHARLOTTE EYE EAR NOSE AND THROAT ASSOCIATES PA

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 134 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Charlotte, NC.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Katherine Andrea Orman, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Allergan Inc.	$127 OZURDEX $109	$18
Horizon Therapeutics plc	$117 TEPEZZA $41	$76
Alcon Laboratories Inc	$81 Centurion $81
Carl Zeiss Meditec AG	$19 None Specified $19

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$325
Gift	$19

Biography

Dr. Katherine Orman specializes in general practice and ophthalmology (eye disease) and practices in Charlotte, NC. On average, patients gave her a rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Areas of particular interest for Dr. Orman include blepharoplasty, blepharoptosis (droopy eyelid), and onabotulinumtoxinA (botox, botox cosmetic). Before performing her residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Alabama, Dr. Orman attended the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine. She has received the following distinction: Charlotte Magazine Top Doctors, 2023-2025. Dr. Orman is affiliated with Charlotte Eye Ear Nose and Throat Associates.