Dr. Patrick Sullivan, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Patrick Sullivan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in West Des Moines, Iowa. In 2023, Dr. Sullivan performed 31 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#66 in Iowa) and 27 hip replacements (#42 in Iowa), for a combined total of 58 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
31 verified cases
#66 in Iowa
Hip Replacement
27 verified cases
#42 in Iowa

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Sullivan

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (58 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Sullivan, 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: 515-224-1414
6001 Westown Pkwy
West Des Moines, IA 50266
NPI: 1508820952
Credentials: MD
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 20 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.