Dr. Jeffrey Nassif, M.D.
Contact & Location
319-398-1545
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
Dr. Nassif performs more knee replacement procedures than 81% of orthopedic surgeons in Iowa, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #17 of 90 ranked knee surgeons in Iowa.
About Dr. Nassif
Practice. Dr. Jeffrey Nassif is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The latest annual CMS data records 69 knee replacements, 50 hip replacements, and 20 shoulder replacements, 139 procedures in all. That is #17 in Iowa for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 219 in 2017 and stands at 139 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 69 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Cedar Rapids has 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 81 | 125 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 18 | 0 |
| 2015 | 92 | 94 | 0 |
| 2016 | 70 | 103 | 0 |
| 2017 | 88 | 118 | 13 |
| 2018 | 97 | 101 | 12 |
| 2019 | 72 | 95 | 11 |
| 2020 | 59 | 70 | 0 |
| 2021 | 95 | 74 | 0 |
| 2022 | 93 | 66 | 0 |
| 2023 | 65 | 56 | 19 |
| 2024 | 50 | 69 | 20 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Nassif Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Iowa state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Nassif's recorded volume peaked at 219 procedures in 2017 and stood at 139 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Nassif
How does Dr. Nassif's procedure volume compare to other Iowa surgeons?
Dr. Nassif has performed 139 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Iowa average of 73 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Nassif ranks #13 out of 105 orthopedic surgeons in Iowa.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Nassif perform?
Dr. Nassif performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (69 cases), hip replacement (50 cases), shoulder replacement (20 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Nassif with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Nassif ranks #17 in Iowa for knee replacement with 69 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 105 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Nassif in Cedar Rapids?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in Cedar Rapids 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. Nassif represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Nassif's total volume across all insurers at roughly 450 to 570 procedures against the 139 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Nassif's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Nassif's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 219 procedures in 2017 and was 139 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Nassif perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Nassif's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (69 cases), hip replacement (50 cases), shoulder replacement (20 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Nassif among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Nassif affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Nassif is affiliated with St Lukes Hospital, Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids, Buchanan County Health Center, Jones Regional Medical Center, Virginia Gay Hospital.
How does Dr. Nassif compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cedar Rapids?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in Cedar Rapids, Dr. Nassif ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Nassif is among the highest-volume surgeons in Cedar Rapids.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Nassif practices?
St Lukes Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Dr. Nassif's 139 Medicare procedures are above the Cedar Rapids average of 104. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cedar Rapids.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Sandeep Munjal | 198 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Cassandra Lange | 120 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Omar Akhtar | 98 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kyle Switzer | 61 | Knee |
| Dr. John Hart | 56 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano | 54 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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