Dr. Andrew Bries, M.D.
Contact & Location
563-322-0971
Bettendorf, IA 52722
Dr. Bries performs more knee replacement procedures than 26% of orthopedic surgeons in Iowa, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #66 of 90 ranked knee surgeons in Iowa.
About Dr. Bries
Practice. Dr. Andrew Bries is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bettendorf, Iowa. The latest annual CMS data records 24 knee replacements and 18 shoulder replacements, 42 procedures in all. That is #66 in Iowa for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 24 procedures a year to 42, up 75%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 24 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Bettendorf has 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Bries also holds hospital privileges in IA and IL, a practice that extends beyond Iowa.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 12 | 12 |
| 2014 | 24 | 12 |
| 2015 | 0 | 18 |
| 2016 | 15 | 20 |
| 2017 | 19 | 23 |
| 2018 | 11 | 25 |
| 2019 | 22 | 33 |
| 2020 | 19 | 14 |
| 2021 | 27 | 16 |
| 2022 | 19 | 32 |
| 2023 | 27 | 30 |
| 2024 | 24 | 18 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Bries Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Iowa state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bries's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 75% from 24 procedures in 2013 to 42 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bries
How does Dr. Bries's procedure volume compare to other Iowa surgeons?
Dr. Bries has performed 42 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Iowa average is 73 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Bries ranks #72 out of 105 orthopedic surgeons in Iowa.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bries perform?
Dr. Bries's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases) and shoulder replacement (18 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bries in Bettendorf?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Bettendorf 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 Iowa surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Bries 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Bries's total volume across all insurers at roughly 130 to 170 procedures against the 42 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. Bries's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bries's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 24 procedures in 2013 to 42 in the most recent data, a 75% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 57 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Bries perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bries's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases), shoulder replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bries affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bries is affiliated with Mercyone Genesis, Trinity Rock Island, Mercyone Genesis Dewitt Medical Center, Trinity Bettendorf, Jackson County Regional Health Center. Dr. Bries maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Bries compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bettendorf?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Bettendorf, Dr. Bries ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Bettendorf has 166 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bries practices?
Mercyone Genesis (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Trinity Rock Island (2 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 Bettendorf, Iowa
Dr. Bries's 42 Medicare procedures are below the Bettendorf average of 79. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bettendorf.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Matthew Lindaman | 166 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Pokorney | 137 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Dunlay | 58 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Suleman Hussain | 56 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Peter Rink | 50 | Knee |
| Dr. Douglas Rossi | 41 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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