Dr. Sandeep Munjal, M.D.
Contact & Location
319-398-1545
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
Dr. Munjal performs more knee replacement procedures than 95% of orthopedic surgeons in Iowa, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #4 of 90 ranked knee surgeons in Iowa.
About Dr. Munjal
Practice. Dr. Sandeep Munjal is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The latest annual CMS data records 131 knee replacements and 67 hip replacements, 198 procedures in all. That is #4 in Iowa for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 157 and 260 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 131 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Cedar Rapids has 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 93 | 133 |
| 2014 | 92 | 168 |
| 2015 | 77 | 164 |
| 2016 | 70 | 171 |
| 2017 | 72 | 181 |
| 2018 | 49 | 175 |
| 2019 | 45 | 164 |
| 2020 | 55 | 102 |
| 2021 | 76 | 109 |
| 2022 | 74 | 136 |
| 2023 | 67 | 147 |
| 2024 | 67 | 131 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Munjal Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Iowa state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Munjal's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 157 to 260 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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 Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Munjal
How does Dr. Munjal's procedure volume compare to other Iowa surgeons?
Dr. Munjal has performed 198 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Iowa average of 73 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Munjal ranks #4 out of 105 orthopedic surgeons in Iowa.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Munjal perform?
Dr. Munjal's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (131 cases) and hip replacement (67 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Munjal with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Munjal ranks #4 in Iowa for knee replacement with 131 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 105 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Munjal in Cedar Rapids?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in Cedar Rapids 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. Munjal 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Munjal's total volume across all insurers at roughly 670 to 840 procedures against the 198 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. Munjal's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Munjal's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 157 to 260 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Munjal perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Munjal's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (131 cases), hip replacement (67 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Munjal affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Munjal is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids, St Lukes Hospital, Buchanan County Health Center, Jones Regional Medical Center, Virginia Gay Hospital.
How does Dr. Munjal compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cedar Rapids?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in Cedar Rapids, Dr. Munjal ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Munjal has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Munjal practices?
Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Lukes Hospital (4 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 Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Dr. Munjal's 198 Medicare procedures are above the Cedar Rapids average of 104. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cedar Rapids.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey Nassif | 139 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Cassandra Lange | 120 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Omar Akhtar | 98 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kyle Switzer | 61 | Knee |
| Dr. John Hart | 56 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano | 54 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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