Dr. Omar Akhtar, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Omar Akhtar is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. In 2023, Dr. Akhtar performed 52 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#14 in Iowa) and 46 knee replacements (#42 in Iowa), for a combined total of 98 procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Iowa.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Hip Replacement
52 verified cases
#14 in Iowa
Knee Replacement
46 verified cases
#42 in Iowa

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Akhtar

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (98 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Akhtar, 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: 319-398-1545
202 10th St Se
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
NPI: 1417150202
Credentials: MD
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 19 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed MD
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.