Dr. Mark Fish, D.O.
Contact & Location
515-440-2676
Clive, IA 50325
Dr. Fish performs more knee replacement procedures than 61% of orthopedic surgeons in Iowa, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #35 of 90 ranked knee surgeons in Iowa.
About Dr. Fish
Practice. Dr. Mark Fish is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Clive, Iowa. The latest annual CMS data records 50 knee replacements, 29 shoulder replacements, and 21 hip replacements, 100 procedures in all. That is #35 in Iowa for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 75 and 132 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 50 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Clive has 2 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 | 26 | 59 | 11 |
| 2014 | 26 | 57 | 19 |
| 2015 | 30 | 55 | 15 |
| 2016 | 23 | 59 | 13 |
| 2017 | 36 | 73 | 23 |
| 2018 | 30 | 67 | 15 |
| 2019 | 25 | 65 | 19 |
| 2020 | 23 | 45 | 17 |
| 2021 | 28 | 51 | 12 |
| 2022 | 31 | 59 | 0 |
| 2023 | 21 | 54 | 0 |
| 2024 | 21 | 50 | 29 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Fish Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Iowa state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Fish's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 75 to 132 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Fish
How does Dr. Fish's procedure volume compare to other Iowa surgeons?
Dr. Fish has performed 100 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Iowa average of 73 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Fish ranks #27 out of 105 orthopedic surgeons in Iowa.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Fish perform?
Dr. Fish performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (50 cases), shoulder replacement (29 cases), hip replacement (21 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Fish in Clive?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Clive 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. Fish 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Fish's total volume across all insurers at roughly 320 to 400 procedures against the 100 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. Fish's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Fish's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 75 to 132 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Fish perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Fish's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (50 cases), shoulder replacement (29 cases), hip replacement (21 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Fish among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Fish affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Fish is affiliated with Knoxville Hospital & Clinics, Broadlawns Medical Center, Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, Dallas County Hospital, Boone County Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Fish practices?
Broadlawns Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars); Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center (2 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 Clive, Iowa
Dr. Fish's 100 Medicare procedures are above the Clive average of 69. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Clive.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Todd Peterson | 38 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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