Orthopedic Surgeons
Orthopedic Surgeons in W Des Moines, IA
Joints, sports injuries, and reconstructive orthopedic surgery. Live results from the federal NPPES NPI Registry.
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Orthopedic Surgeons in W Des Moines, IA: what to know before you book
Orthopedic surgeons treat injuries and disease of the bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, and muscles. Most visits start with a targeted exam and imaging — X-ray, and often MRI — followed by a plan that ranges from physical therapy and injections to arthroscopic or joint-replacement surgery. Sub-specialists focus on a single joint (shoulder, knee, hip) or population (sports medicine, pediatrics, spine). In W Des Moines, IA, patients searching for orthopedic surgeons typically combine local availability with referrals to sub-specialists across Iowa. Coverage for orthopedic surgeons is available across W Des Moines through the region's major hospital systems and independent practices.
W Des Moines, Iowa is served by an active mix of primary-care practices, community hospitals, and multi-specialty clinics. For orthopedic surgeons specifically, verify board certification, hospital affiliation, and whether the clinician is in-network with your Iowa insurance plan before booking. This page currently lists 1 verified clinician in W Des Moines.
- Specialty
- Orthopedic Surgeons
- City
- W Des Moines, IA
- State
- Iowa
- Listings
- 1+ verified clinician
- Data source
- Federal NPPES NPI Registry
Common symptoms orthopedic surgeons treat in W Des Moines
Patients in W Des Moines typically see an orthopedic surgeon for:
- Knee pain
- Hip pain
- Shoulder pain
- Sports injury
- Joint stiffness
- Sprains and fractures
Conditions orthopedic surgeons manage
- ACL tear
- Rotator cuff injury
- Osteoarthritis
- Meniscus tear
- Hip labral tear
- Fractures
Questions to ask at your first W Des Moines appointment
Bring this list to your visit — the answers help you compare clinicians:
- Do I need surgery, or can this be treated non-operatively?
- How many of these procedures do you perform each year?
- What's your reoperation and complication rate for this procedure?
- Which physical therapist do you refer to, and when do I start?
- How long until I can return to work and sport?
- Are there activity restrictions I need to follow for life?
How to choose an orthopedic surgeon in W Des Moines, IA
- Confirm board certification with the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
- Match sub-specialty to your problem — a shoulder specialist for a rotator-cuff tear, a knee specialist for ACL reconstruction.
- Ask about annual case volume: higher-volume surgeons have lower complication rates for the same procedure.
- Prefer a surgeon whose hospital or ASC is in-network with your insurance.
- Check that the practice has an on-site physical-therapy pathway.
Frequently asked questions — orthopedic surgeons in W Des Moines, IA
How many orthopedic surgeons are listed in W Des Moines, IA?
1 verified orthopedic surgeons clinician is listed on Help Me Find A Doctor for W Des Moines, IA, sourced live from the federal NPPES NPI Registry. The list refreshes as clinicians are added, retire, or update their practice addresses.
How do I find an orthopedic surgeon near me in W Des Moines, IA?
Every W Des Moines, IA orthopedic surgeons listing on this page shows the practice street address so you can sort by proximity to your home or workplace. For same-day needs, call the closest 2–3 offices first — many hold a handful of urgent slots each day. If nothing is available locally, expand to the state hub for Iowa to see clinicians in neighboring metros.
How do I choose an orthopedic surgeon in W Des Moines, IA?
Start by confirming the clinician's board certification and primary specialty on their profile, then compare their practice location, phone, and any patient reviews. Every W Des Moines, IA listing links to the NPPES record so you can verify credentials before booking. If you need a second opinion, browse related specialties on the same page.
Does insurance cover orthopedic surgeons visits in W Des Moines?
Most major medical plans cover a orthopedic surgeon visit when the referral is medically necessary; cosmetic or elective procedures are typically self-pay. Call the W Des Moines office directly with your insurance card ready — front-desk staff can verify network status and any prior-authorization requirements before your appointment.
How do I find a doctor in W Des Moines who takes my insurance?
Open any specialty page under the W Des Moines directory (for example, Family Medicine and Internal Medicine) and use the Insurance filter to narrow the list to your carrier. Coverage varies by plan tier — a doctor may accept Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO but not the HMO product — so always confirm your specific plan with the office before booking. Iowa Medicaid and Medicare Advantage networks also vary practice-by-practice in W Des Moines.
How many doctors practice in Iowa?
Iowa has thousands of licensed clinicians in the federal NPPES NPI Registry — every Iowa physician, dentist, nurse practitioner, and licensed allied-health provider you'll find on Help Me Find A Doctor is indexed from that authoritative source and refreshed on a weekly cadence.
About the specialty
About orthopedic surgeons in W Des Moines, IA
Orthopedic surgeons treat injuries and disease of the bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, and muscles. Most visits start with a targeted exam and imaging — X-ray, and often MRI — followed by a plan that ranges from physical therapy and injections to arthroscopic or joint-replacement surgery. Sub-specialists focus on a single joint (shoulder, knee, hip) or population (sports medicine, pediatrics, spine).
Every clinician listed on this page is sourced live from the federal NPPES NPI Registry for W Des Moines, IA. Use the guidance below to decide who to book — then use the A–Z directory to compare individual profiles.
Common symptoms orthopedic surgeons treat
- Knee pain
- Hip pain
- Shoulder pain
- Sports injury
- Joint stiffness
- Sprains and fractures
Conditions orthopedic surgeons manage
- ACL tear
- Rotator cuff injury
- Osteoarthritis
- Meniscus tear
- Hip labral tear
- Fractures
Questions to ask at your first visit
- 1Do I need surgery, or can this be treated non-operatively?
- 2How many of these procedures do you perform each year?
- 3What's your reoperation and complication rate for this procedure?
- 4Which physical therapist do you refer to, and when do I start?
- 5How long until I can return to work and sport?
- 6Are there activity restrictions I need to follow for life?
How to choose orthopedic surgeon in W Des Moines
- Confirm board certification with the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
- Match sub-specialty to your problem — a shoulder specialist for a rotator-cuff tear, a knee specialist for ACL reconstruction.
- Ask about annual case volume: higher-volume surgeons have lower complication rates for the same procedure.
- Prefer a surgeon whose hospital or ASC is in-network with your insurance.
- Check that the practice has an on-site physical-therapy pathway.
1 clinician listed, A–Z by last name
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