Dr. Jacob Elkins, MD, PHD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Jacob Elkins is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Iowa City, Iowa. In 2023, Dr. Elkins performed 37 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#23 in Iowa) and 35 knee replacements (#61 in Iowa), for a combined total of 72 procedures. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Hip Replacement
37 verified cases
#23 in Iowa
Knee Replacement
35 verified cases
#61 in Iowa

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Elkins

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (72 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Elkins, 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: 319-356-2223
200 Hawkins Dr
Iowa City, IA 52242
NPI: 1194163972
Credentials: MD, PHD
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 13 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed MD, PhD
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī 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.
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