Dr. Blake Bodendorfer, M.D.
Contact & Location
712-323-5333
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Dr. Bodendorfer performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 39% of orthopedic surgeons in Iowa, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #23 of 38 ranked shoulder surgeons in Iowa.
About Dr. Bodendorfer
Practice. Dr. Blake Bodendorfer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Council Bluffs, Iowa. The latest annual CMS data records 20 shoulder replacements. That is #23 in Iowa for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2015.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2021 to 2024, 4 years. Volume peaked at 35 in 2023 and stands at 20 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 20 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Council Bluffs has 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Bodendorfer also holds hospital privileges in NE and IA, a practice that extends beyond Iowa.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 27 |
| 2023 | 35 |
| 2024 | 20 |
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. Bodendorfer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Iowa state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bodendorfer's recorded volume peaked at 35 procedures in 2023 and stood at 20 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bodendorfer
How does Dr. Bodendorfer's procedure volume compare to other Iowa surgeons?
Dr. Bodendorfer has performed 20 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. Bodendorfer ranks #94 out of 105 orthopedic surgeons in Iowa.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bodendorfer perform?
Dr. Bodendorfer's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 20 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bodendorfer in Council Bluffs?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Council Bluffs 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. Bodendorfer 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. Bodendorfer's total volume across all insurers at roughly 50 to 70 procedures against the 20 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. Bodendorfer's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Bodendorfer's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 35 procedures in 2023 and was 20 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bodendorfer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bodendorfer is affiliated with Chi Health Lakeside, Chi Health Midlands, Chi Health Immanuel, Chi Health Mercy Council Bluffs, Methodist Jennie Edmundson. Dr. Bodendorfer maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Bodendorfer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Council Bluffs?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Council Bluffs, Dr. Bodendorfer ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Bodendorfer is among the highest-volume surgeons in Council Bluffs.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bodendorfer practices?
Chi Health Lakeside (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Chi Health Midlands (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Chi Health Immanuel (3 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 Council Bluffs, Iowa
Dr. Bodendorfer's 20 Medicare procedures are below the Council Bluffs average of 53. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Council Bluffs.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Craig Hansen | 129 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Mantone | 50 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Atteberry | 14 | Knee |
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