Dr. Derek Breder, M.D.
Dr. Derek Breder is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Iowa City, Iowa. A Medicare provider since 2011, Dr. Breder has completed 48 knee replacements (#40 in Iowa), 48 shoulder replacements, and 29 hip replacements, totaling 125 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Iowa, Dr. Breder performs near average in knee (48 vs 50 avg), above average in shoulder (48 vs 26 avg), near average in hip (29 vs 35 avg).
Dr. Breder performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (48 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (48) and hip replacements (29).
Iowa City is home to 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Iowa City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Breder extend back to 2019, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 125 in the most recent data, a 862% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Breder's 48 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Breder Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Iowa state average.
Contact & Location
Iowa City, IA 52245
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Breder's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 862% from 13 procedures in 2019 to 125 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Breder
How does Dr. Breder's procedure volume compare to other Iowa surgeons?
Dr. Breder has performed 125 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Iowa average of 73 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Breder ranks #19 out of 114 orthopedic surgeons in Iowa.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Breder perform?
Dr. Breder performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (48 cases), shoulder replacement (48 cases), hip replacement (29 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Breder in Iowa City?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in Iowa City 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. Breder 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. Breder's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 125 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Breder's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Breder's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2019 to 125 in the most recent data, a 862% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 125 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Breder perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Breder's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (48 cases), shoulder replacement (48 cases), hip replacement (29 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Breder among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Breder affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Breder is affiliated with University Of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Down, Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center, Henry County Health Center, Compass Memorial Healthcare, Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids.
How does Dr. Breder compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Iowa City?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in Iowa City, Dr. Breder ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Breder is among the highest-volume surgeons in Iowa City.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Breder 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 Iowa City, Iowa
Dr. Breder's 125 Medicare procedures are above the Iowa City average of 121. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Iowa City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Taylor Dennison | 152 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brent Whited | 138 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brent Overton | 121 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Steinbronn | 117 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicolas Noiseux | 112 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Bedard | 85 | Hip, Knee |
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