Dr. Nicholas Bedard, M.D.
Dr. Nicholas Bedard is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Iowa City, Iowa. A Medicare provider since 2013, Dr. Bedard has performed 44 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#44 in Iowa) and 41 hip replacements, for a combined total of 85 procedures.
In Iowa, Dr. Bedard performs near average in knee (44 vs 50 avg), near average in hip (41 vs 35 avg).
Dr. Bedard's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (44 cases) and hip replacements (41 cases).
Iowa City is home to 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Iowa City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Bedard extend back to 2019, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 85 in the most recent data, a 608% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Bedard's 44 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Bedard Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Iowa state average.
Contact & Location
Iowa City, IA 52242
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bedard's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 608% from 12 procedures in 2019 to 85 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. Bedard
How does Dr. Bedard's procedure volume compare to other Iowa surgeons?
Dr. Bedard has performed 85 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Iowa average of 73 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bedard ranks #35 out of 114 orthopedic surgeons in Iowa.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bedard perform?
Dr. Bedard's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (44 cases) and hip replacement (41 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bedard in Iowa City?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in Iowa City 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. Bedard 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. Bedard's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 85 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Bedard's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bedard's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2019 to 85 in the most recent data, a 608% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 99 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Bedard perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bedard's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (44 cases), hip replacement (41 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bedard affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bedard is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester. Dr. Bedard maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Bedard compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Iowa City?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in Iowa City, Dr. Bedard ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Iowa City has 152 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bedard practices?
Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester (5 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 Iowa City, Iowa
Dr. Bedard's 85 Medicare procedures are below the Iowa City average of 121. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Iowa City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Taylor Dennison | 152 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brent Whited | 138 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Derek Breder | 125 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Brent Overton | 121 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Steinbronn | 117 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicolas Noiseux | 112 | Hip, Knee |
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