Dr. Betsey Bean, D.O.
Contact & Location
515-239-4475
Ames, IA 50010
Dr. Bean performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 65% of orthopedic surgeons in Iowa, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #13 of 38 ranked shoulder surgeons in Iowa.
About Dr. Bean
Practice. Dr. Betsey Bean is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Ames, Iowa. The latest annual CMS data records 24 shoulder replacements. That is #13 in Iowa for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2011.
Trend. Dr. Bean first appears in the Medicare data in 2024. With 1 year on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 24 procedures is near the national average of 29.
Local context. Ames has 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 1 year: 24 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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 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. Bean Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Iowa state average.
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 Shoulder Replacement
If you are considering shoulder replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
A step-by-step walkthrough of your surgical day, from pre-op preparation through anesthesia, the procedure itself, and the first hours of recovery.
Home Safety: Creating Your Recovery SanctuaryRoom-by-room modifications, equipment recommendations, and fall-prevention strategies to prepare your home for a safe post-surgical recovery.
Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full shoulder replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bean
How does Dr. Bean's procedure volume compare to other Iowa surgeons?
Dr. Bean has performed 24 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. Bean ranks #85 out of 105 orthopedic surgeons in Iowa.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bean perform?
Dr. Bean's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 24 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Bean with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Bean ranks #13 in Iowa for shoulder replacement with 24 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 105 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bean in Ames?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Ames 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. Bean 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Bean's total volume across all insurers at roughly 60 to 80 procedures against the 24 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bean affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bean is affiliated with Mary Greeley Medical Center, Iowa Specialty Hospital - Belmond, Greene County Medical Center, Boone County Hospital, St Anthony Regional Hospital & Nursing Home.
How does Dr. Bean compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Ames?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Ames, Dr. Bean ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Ames has 242 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bean practices?
Mary Greeley Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Greene County Medical Center (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 Ames, Iowa
Dr. Bean's 24 Medicare procedures are below the Ames average of 77. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Ames.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Stefl | 242 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Kohler | 89 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Sneller | 70 | Knee |
| Dr. Bryan Warme | 22 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Thomas Greenwald | 16 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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