Dr. Ryan Pokorney, D.O.
Contact & Location
563-322-0971
Bettendorf, IA 52722
Dr. Pokorney performs more hip replacement procedures than 90% of orthopedic surgeons in Iowa, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #6 of 65 ranked hip surgeons in Iowa.
About Dr. Pokorney
Practice. Dr. Ryan Pokorney is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bettendorf, Iowa. The latest annual CMS data records 74 hip replacements and 63 knee replacements, 137 procedures in all. That is #6 in Iowa for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2010.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2015 to 2024, 10 years. Volume rose from 106 procedures a year to 137, up 29%.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 74 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 36.
Local context. Bettendorf has 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Pokorney also holds hospital privileges in IA and IL, a practice that extends beyond Iowa.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 46 | 60 | 0 |
| 2016 | 69 | 88 | 0 |
| 2017 | 34 | 22 | 12 |
| 2018 | 46 | 49 | 18 |
| 2019 | 29 | 27 | 24 |
| 2020 | 25 | 28 | 20 |
| 2021 | 37 | 48 | 0 |
| 2022 | 47 | 45 | 0 |
| 2023 | 54 | 53 | 18 |
| 2024 | 74 | 63 | 0 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Pokorney Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Iowa state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Pokorney's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 29% from 106 procedures in 2015 to 137 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Hip Replacement
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Pokorney
How does Dr. Pokorney's procedure volume compare to other Iowa surgeons?
Dr. Pokorney has performed 137 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Iowa average of 73 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Pokorney ranks #14 out of 105 orthopedic surgeons in Iowa.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pokorney perform?
Dr. Pokorney's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (74 cases) and knee replacement (63 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Pokorney with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Pokorney ranks #6 in Iowa for hip replacement with 74 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 105 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Pokorney in Bettendorf?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Bettendorf 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. Pokorney represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Pokorney's total volume across all insurers at roughly 450 to 570 procedures against the 137 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Pokorney's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Pokorney's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 106 procedures in 2015 to 137 in the most recent data, a 29% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 157 procedures in 2016.
Does Dr. Pokorney perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Pokorney's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (74 cases), knee replacement (63 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Pokorney affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Pokorney is affiliated with Mercyone Genesis, Trinity Bettendorf, Mercyone Clinton Medical Center, Mercyone Genesis Dewitt Medical Center, Mercyone Genesis Silvis Medical Center. Dr. Pokorney maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Pokorney compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bettendorf?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Bettendorf, Dr. Pokorney ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Pokorney is among the highest-volume surgeons in Bettendorf.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Pokorney practices?
Mercyone Genesis (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Trinity Bettendorf (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mercyone Clinton Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Bettendorf, Iowa
Dr. Pokorney's 137 Medicare procedures are above the Bettendorf average of 79. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bettendorf.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Matthew Lindaman | 166 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Dunlay | 58 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Suleman Hussain | 56 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Peter Rink | 50 | Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Bries | 42 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Douglas Rossi | 41 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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