Dr. Thomas Dulaney, MD
Contact & Location
515-224-1414
West Des Moines, IA 50266
Dr. Dulaney performs more knee replacement procedures than 77% of orthopedic surgeons in Iowa, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #20 of 90 ranked knee surgeons in Iowa.
About Dr. Dulaney
Dr. Thomas Dulaney is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in West Des Moines, Iowa. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Dulaney performed 66 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#20 in Iowa) and 49 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 115 procedures.
In Iowa, Dr. Dulaney performs above the state average in knee (66 vs 48), above the state average in hip (49 vs 36).
Dr. Dulaney's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (66 cases) and hip replacements (49 cases).
West Des Moines is home to 11 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the West Des Moines area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Dulaney's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 153 procedures in 2013 before settling at 115 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Dulaney's 66 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 56 | 97 |
| 2014 | 53 | 96 |
| 2015 | 54 | 60 |
| 2016 | 25 | 63 |
| 2017 | 46 | 79 |
| 2018 | 37 | 64 |
| 2019 | 44 | 70 |
| 2020 | 50 | 51 |
| 2021 | 50 | 48 |
| 2022 | 49 | 70 |
| 2023 | 51 | 72 |
| 2024 | 49 | 66 |
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. Dulaney Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Iowa state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dulaney's recorded volume peaked at 153 procedures in 2013 and stood at 115 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. Dulaney
How does Dr. Dulaney's procedure volume compare to other Iowa surgeons?
Dr. Dulaney has performed 115 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Iowa average of 73 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Dulaney ranks #20 out of 105 orthopedic surgeons in Iowa.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dulaney perform?
Dr. Dulaney's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (66 cases) and hip replacement (49 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Dulaney with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Dulaney ranks #20 in Iowa for knee replacement with 66 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 105 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dulaney in West Des Moines?
Yes. There are 11 orthopedic surgeons in West Des Moines 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. Dulaney 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. Dulaney's total volume across all insurers at roughly 380 to 480 procedures against the 115 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. Dulaney's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Dulaney's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 153 procedures in 2013 and was 115 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.
Does Dr. Dulaney perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Dulaney's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (66 cases), hip replacement (49 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dulaney affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dulaney is affiliated with Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi, Lucas County Health Center, Madison County Health Care System, Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, St Anthony Regional Hospital & Nursing Home.
How does Dr. Dulaney compare to other orthopedic surgeons in West Des Moines?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in West Des Moines, Dr. Dulaney ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in West Des Moines has 170 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dulaney practices?
Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Lucas County Health Center (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 West Des Moines, Iowa
Dr. Dulaney's 115 Medicare procedures are at the West Des Moines average of 115. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in West Des Moines.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Barron Bremner | 170 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Matthew Dewall | 156 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Nelson | 144 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kary Schulte | 92 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Nicholas Honkamp | 65 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Kawsu Barry | 62 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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