Dr. Ian Lin is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Des Moines, Iowa. In 2023, Dr. Lin performed 84 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#14 in Iowa) and 16 hip replacements (#60 in Iowa), for a combined total of 100 procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Iowa.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
Knee Replacement
84 verified cases
Hip Replacement
16 verified cases
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)
Questions to Ask Dr. Lin
This surgeon has high Medicare volume (100 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.
Recommended Script:
"Dr. Lin, 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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📞 Phone: 515-224-1414
1301 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 213
Des Moines, IA 50316
Des Moines, IA 50316
NPI: 1699739003
Credentials: MD
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 20 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed MD
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
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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.