Dr. Daniel Fabiano, MD
Dr. Daniel Fabiano is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Fabiano has performed 17 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#86 in Iowa) and 11 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 28 procedures.
In Iowa, Dr. Fabiano performs below average in knee (17 vs 50 avg), below average in shoulder (11 vs 26 avg).
Dr. Fabiano's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (17 cases) and shoulder replacements (11 cases).
Cedar Rapids is home to 13 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Cedar Rapids area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Fabiano also maintains hospital privileges in OR and WA, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Iowa.
Dr. Fabiano's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 108 procedures in 2017 before settling at 28 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Fabiano's 17 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. Fabiano Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Iowa state average.
Contact & Location
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Fabiano's recorded volume peaked at 108 procedures in 2017 and stood at 28 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Fabiano
How does Dr. Fabiano's procedure volume compare to other Iowa surgeons?
Dr. Fabiano has performed 28 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. Fabiano ranks #91 out of 114 orthopedic surgeons in Iowa.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Fabiano perform?
Dr. Fabiano's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (17 cases) and shoulder replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Fabiano in Cedar Rapids?
Yes. There are 13 orthopedic surgeons in Cedar Rapids 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. Fabiano 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. Fabiano's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 28 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Fabiano's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Fabiano's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 108 procedures in 2017 and was 28 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.
Does Dr. Fabiano perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Fabiano's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (17 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Fabiano affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Fabiano is affiliated with Columbia Memorial Hospital, Ocean Beach Hospital, Providence Seaside Hospital. Dr. Fabiano maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Fabiano compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cedar Rapids?
Among the 13 orthopedic surgeons in Cedar Rapids, Dr. Fabiano ranks #11 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Cedar Rapids has 214 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Fabiano practices?
Ocean Beach Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars); Providence Seaside Hospital (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 Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Dr. Fabiano's 28 Medicare procedures are below the Cedar Rapids average of 102. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cedar Rapids.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Sandeep Munjal | 214 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Nassif | 140 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Cassandra Lange | 103 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Omar Akhtar | 98 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Demik | 71 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Hart | 62 | Knee, Shoulder |
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