Dr. Thomas Atteberry, M.D.
Contact & Location
712-323-5333
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Dr. Atteberry performs more knee replacement procedures than 6% of orthopedic surgeons in Iowa, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #84 of 90 ranked knee surgeons in Iowa.
About Dr. Atteberry
Practice. Dr. Thomas Atteberry is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Council Bluffs, Iowa. The latest annual CMS data records 14 knee replacements. That is #84 in Iowa for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 37 in 2020 and stands at 14 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 14 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Council Bluffs has 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Atteberry also holds hospital privileges in IA and NE, a practice that extends beyond Iowa.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 23 |
| 2014 | 27 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 29 |
| 2017 | 18 |
| 2018 | 28 |
| 2019 | 27 |
| 2020 | 37 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 24 |
| 2024 | 14 |
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. 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. Atteberry Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Iowa state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Atteberry's recorded volume peaked at 37 procedures in 2020 and stood at 14 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Atteberry
How does Dr. Atteberry's procedure volume compare to other Iowa surgeons?
Dr. Atteberry has performed 14 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Iowa average is 73 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Atteberry ranks #104 out of 105 orthopedic surgeons in Iowa.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Atteberry perform?
Dr. Atteberry's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 14 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Atteberry in Council Bluffs?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Council Bluffs 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. Atteberry 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, which puts Dr. Atteberry's total volume across all insurers at roughly 50 to 60 procedures against the 14 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. Atteberry's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Atteberry's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 37 procedures in 2020 and was 14 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Which hospitals is Dr. Atteberry affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Atteberry is affiliated with Clarinda Regional Health Center, Chi Health Mercy Council Bluffs, Chi Health - Mercy Corning, Chi Health Creighton University Medical Center - B, Chi Health Missouri Valley. Dr. Atteberry maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Atteberry compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Council Bluffs?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Council Bluffs, Dr. Atteberry ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Council Bluffs has 129 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Atteberry practices?
Clarinda Regional Health Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Chi Health Mercy Council Bluffs (3 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 Council Bluffs, Iowa
Dr. Atteberry's 14 Medicare procedures are below the Council Bluffs average of 53. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Council Bluffs.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Craig Hansen | 129 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Mantone | 50 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Blake Bodendorfer | 20 | Shoulder |
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