Dr. Nicholas Bedard, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Nicholas Bedard is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Iowa City, Iowa. In 2023, Dr. Bedard performed 44 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#44 in Iowa) and 41 hip replacements (#21 in Iowa), for a combined total of 85 procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Iowa.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
44 verified cases
#44 in Iowa
Hip Replacement
41 verified cases
#21 in Iowa

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Bedard

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (85 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Bedard, 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: 319-356-3110
200 Hawkins Dr
Iowa City, IA 52242
NPI: 1073959680
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
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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.