Knee
Dr. Anthony Tedesco, DO
Dr. Anthony Tedesco is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Grinnell, Iowa. A Medicare provider since 2014, Dr. Tedesco has performed 16 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #89 in Iowa.
In Iowa, Dr. Tedesco performs below average in knee (16 vs 50 avg).
Dr. Tedesco's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 16 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Dr. Tedesco is the only orthopedic surgeon in Grinnell represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Tedesco first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2020. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Tedesco's 16 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Tedesco Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Iowa state average.
Contact & Location
Grinnell, IA 50112
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Tedesco has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2020. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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
If you are considering knee replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
An overview of current surgical approaches including robotic-assisted and minimally invasive techniques, implant options, and expected outcomes.
Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Before Joint ReplacementA practical checklist of questions covering experience, technique, hospital choice, and recovery expectations to discuss during your surgical consultation.
Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full knee replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Tedesco
How does Dr. Tedesco's procedure volume compare to other Iowa surgeons?
Dr. Tedesco has performed 16 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. Tedesco ranks #104 out of 114 orthopedic surgeons in Iowa.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Tedesco perform?
Dr. Tedesco's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 16 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Tedesco's practice located?
Dr. Tedesco practices in Grinnell, Iowa. The office is located at 202 4th Ave Ste 201, Grinnell, IA 50112. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Tedesco for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Tedesco 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. Tedesco's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 16 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Tedesco affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Tedesco is affiliated with Grinnell Regional Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Tedesco practices?
Grinnell Regional Medical Center (4 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.
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