Dr. Derek Breder, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Derek Breder is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Iowa City, Iowa. In 2023, Dr. Breder completed 48 knee replacements (#40 in Iowa), 48 shoulder replacements, and 29 hip replacements — 125 total Medicare-verified procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Iowa.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
48 verified cases
#40 in Iowa
Shoulder Replacement
48 verified cases
#5 in Iowa
Hip Replacement
29 verified cases
#38 in Iowa

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Breder

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (125 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Breder, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 319-338-3606
2751 Northgate Dr
Iowa City, IA 52245
NPI: 1942596176
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 15 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

Other Top Iowa Orthopedic Surgeons

Dr. David Vittetoe - Des Moines 223 procedures
Dr. Mark Isaacson - Ankeny 220 procedures
Dr. Sandeep Munjal - Cedar Rapids 214 procedures
Dr. Michael Stefl - Ames 208 procedures

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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.
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