Dr. Jason Stanford, D.O.
Contact & Location
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Dr. Jason Stanford is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cedar Falls, Iowa. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Stanford has completed 33 knee replacements (#53 in Iowa), 21 hip replacements, and 20 shoulder replacements, totaling 74 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Iowa, Dr. Stanford performs below average in knee (33 vs 48 avg), below average in hip (21 vs 36 avg), below average in shoulder (20 vs 26 avg).
Dr. Stanford performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (33 cases), followed by hip replacements (21) and shoulder replacements (20).
Cedar Falls is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Cedar Falls area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Stanford extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 74 in the most recent data, a 573% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Stanford's 33 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Stanford Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Iowa state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Stanford's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 573% from 11 procedures in 2013 to 74 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. Stanford
How does Dr. Stanford's procedure volume compare to other Iowa surgeons?
Dr. Stanford has performed 74 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Iowa average of 73 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Stanford ranks #41 out of 105 orthopedic surgeons in Iowa.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Stanford perform?
Dr. Stanford performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (33 cases), hip replacement (21 cases), shoulder replacement (20 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Stanford in Cedar Falls?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Cedar Falls 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. Stanford 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. Stanford's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 74 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Stanford's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Stanford's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2013 to 74 in the most recent data, a 573% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 83 procedures in 2016.
Does Dr. Stanford perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Stanford's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (33 cases), hip replacement (21 cases), shoulder replacement (20 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Stanford among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Stanford affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Stanford is affiliated with Mercyone Cedar Falls Medical Center, Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center, Waverly Health Center, Mercyone New Hampton Medical Center.
How does Dr. Stanford compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cedar Falls?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Cedar Falls, Dr. Stanford ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Stanford is among the highest-volume surgeons in Cedar Falls.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Stanford practices?
Mercyone Cedar Falls Medical Center (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Waverly 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 Cedar Falls, Iowa
Dr. Stanford's 74 Medicare procedures are below the Cedar Falls average of 81. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cedar Falls.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Benjamin Torrez | 109 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jeffrey Clark | 60 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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