Dr. Brent Whited, M.D.
Contact & Location
319-338-3606
North Liberty, IA 52317
Dr. Whited performs more knee replacement procedures than 85% of orthopedic surgeons in Iowa, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #13 of 90 ranked knee surgeons in Iowa.
About Dr. Whited
Practice. Dr. Brent Whited is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in North Liberty, Iowa. The latest annual CMS data records 86 knee replacements and 40 hip replacements, 126 procedures in all. That is #13 in Iowa for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 70 procedures a year to 126, up 80%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 86 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. North Liberty 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 Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 31 | 39 |
| 2014 | 28 | 52 |
| 2015 | 31 | 47 |
| 2016 | 37 | 71 |
| 2017 | 54 | 86 |
| 2018 | 42 | 87 |
| 2019 | 52 | 88 |
| 2020 | 37 | 83 |
| 2021 | 48 | 73 |
| 2022 | 41 | 81 |
| 2023 | 46 | 92 |
| 2024 | 40 | 86 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Whited Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Iowa state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Whited's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 80% from 70 procedures in 2013 to 126 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Whited
How does Dr. Whited's procedure volume compare to other Iowa surgeons?
Dr. Whited has performed 126 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Iowa average of 73 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Whited ranks #17 out of 105 orthopedic surgeons in Iowa.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Whited perform?
Dr. Whited's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (86 cases) and hip replacement (40 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Whited with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Whited ranks #13 in Iowa for knee replacement with 86 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 105 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Whited in North Liberty?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in North Liberty 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. Whited 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Whited's total volume across all insurers at roughly 430 to 530 procedures against the 126 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. Whited's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Whited's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 70 procedures in 2013 to 126 in the most recent data, a 80% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 140 procedures in 2017.
Does Dr. Whited perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Whited's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (86 cases), hip replacement (40 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Whited affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Whited is affiliated with University Of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Down, Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center, Henry County Health Center, Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids, Keokuk County Health Center.
How does Dr. Whited compare to other orthopedic surgeons in North Liberty?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in North Liberty, Dr. Whited ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Whited is among the highest-volume surgeons in North Liberty.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Whited practices?
University Of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Down (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Henry County Health 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 North Liberty, Iowa
Dr. Whited's 126 Medicare procedures are above the North Liberty average of 97. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in North Liberty.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Steinbronn | 142 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brent Overton | 117 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Derek Breder | 115 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Mark Mysnyk | 69 | Knee |
| Dr. Austin Ramme | 15 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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