Dr. Bryan Warme, M.D.
Contact & Location
515-239-4475
Ames, IA 50010
Dr. Warme performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 55% of orthopedic surgeons in Iowa, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #17 of 38 ranked shoulder surgeons in Iowa.
About Dr. Warme
Practice. Dr. Bryan Warme is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Ames, Iowa. The latest annual CMS data records 22 shoulder replacements. That is #17 in Iowa for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2016 to 2024, 9 years. Volume rose from 15 procedures a year to 22, up 47%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 22 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
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 Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 22 |
| 2018 | 20 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2022 | 18 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 22 |
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. Warme Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Iowa state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Warme's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 47% from 15 procedures in 2016 to 22 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 Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Warme
How does Dr. Warme's procedure volume compare to other Iowa surgeons?
Dr. Warme has performed 22 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. Warme ranks #88 out of 105 orthopedic surgeons in Iowa.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Warme perform?
Dr. Warme's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 22 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Warme with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Warme ranks #17 in Iowa for shoulder replacement with 22 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 105 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Warme 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. Warme 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. Warme's total volume across all insurers at roughly 60 to 80 procedures against the 22 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. Warme's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Warme's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2016 to 22 in the most recent data, a 47% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 23 procedures in 2021.
Which hospitals is Dr. Warme affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Warme is affiliated with Mary Greeley Medical Center.
How does Dr. Warme compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Ames?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Ames, Dr. Warme ranks #5 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. Warme practices?
Mary Greeley Medical Center (4 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 Ames, Iowa
Dr. Warme's 22 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. Betsey Bean | 24 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Thomas Greenwald | 16 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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