Dr. Mark Gorsche, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Mark Gorsche is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Waterloo, Iowa. In 2023, Dr. Gorsche performed 38 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#55 in Iowa) and 24 hip replacements (#46 in Iowa), for a combined total of 62 procedures. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
38 verified cases
#55 in Iowa
Hip Replacement
24 verified cases
#46 in Iowa

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Gorsche

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (62 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Gorsche, 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: 319-833-5381
1631 Logan Ave
Waterloo, IA 50703
NPI: 1356789390
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 13 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

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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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