Dr. Derek Breder, M.D.
Contact & Location
North Liberty, IA 52317
Dr. Derek Breder is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in North Liberty, Iowa. A Medicare provider since 2011, Dr. Breder has completed 59 knee replacements (#26 in Iowa), 31 shoulder replacements, and 25 hip replacements, totaling 115 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Iowa, Dr. Breder performs above average in knee (59 vs 48 avg), near average in shoulder (31 vs 26 avg), below average in hip (25 vs 36 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 (59 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (31) and hip replacements (25).
North Liberty is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the North Liberty 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 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 115 in the most recent data, a 785% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Breder's 59 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Breder's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 785% from 13 procedures in 2019 to 115 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 115 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Iowa average of 73 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Breder ranks #21 out of 105 orthopedic surgeons in Iowa.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Breder perform?
Dr. Breder performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (59 cases), shoulder replacement (31 cases), hip replacement (25 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Breder 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. 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 115 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 115 in the most recent data, a 785% increase over 5 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 (59 cases), shoulder replacement (31 cases), hip replacement (25 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 North Liberty?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in North Liberty, Dr. Breder ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in North Liberty has 142 verified Medicare procedures.
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 North Liberty, Iowa
Dr. Breder's 115 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 Whited | 126 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brent Overton | 117 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Mysnyk | 69 | Knee |
| Dr. Austin Ramme | 15 | Shoulder |
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