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Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD

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Specializes in: Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery

University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

Professional interests include: reconstructive surgery, total knee replacement, general orthopedics, and more.

202 10th Street Southeast Pci Medical Pavilion 1, Suite 140
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

(319) 398-1545

Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD is an orthopedist in Cedar Rapids, IA specializing in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. She graduated from University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD is affiliated with UnityPoint Health, Physicians' Clinic of Iowa, P.C., St. Luke's Hospital and PHYSICIANS' CLINIC OF IOWA, PC.

Office Locations

St. Luke's Hospital

202 10th Street Southeast Pci Medical Pavilion 1, Suite 140
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

(319) 398-1545

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Some issues Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD can help you with:

Hip Replacement

Hip replacement is a surgical procedure to replace parts of the hip joint that are damaged by disease or injury. It is most often done to treat arthritis, a common condition that causes stiffness and pain in the joints. Surgery is used only after other, less invasive treatments have failed to work.

The type of hip replacement patients receive is based on their age and the extent of damage to their hip. The hip joint has two parts: the femoral head, or hip ball, and the acetabulum, or hip socket. The hip ball is located on the upper end of the femur (thigh bone), and the hip socket is part of the pelvis. Depending on whether one or both parts require replacement, patients may need one of the following procedures:

Partial hip replacement, which is generally recommended in the case of hip fractures or other hip injuries. If a patient is having a partial hip replacement, only the hip ball will be replaced.
Total hip replacement, which is often used to treat the hip joint when it has become damaged due to arthritis. Both the hip socket and hip ball are replaced.
Hip resurfacing, which is usually performed for younger patients. A hip resurfacing procedure reshapes the hip ball and only replaces its surface. This preserves more bone and makes future surgeries easier. If a patient is having a partial hip resurfacing, only the hip ball is resurfaced and replaced. If a patient is having a total hip resurfacing, the hip socket will be replaced as well.

During hip replacement surgery, an incision is made along the side of the hip. The surgeon may access the joint directly through this incision, or by using small tools and a lighted tube called an arthroscope to see and treat the joint. The diseased tissue is removed, and the bones are smoothed out and fitted with metal ends. The metal pieces may be cemented in place, or they may have a porous structure that encourages bone to grow into them and hold them securely. A smooth plastic cushion is placed between the two bones to replace the cartilage and allow the joint to move freely.

Hip replacement surgery takes one to two hours, and afterwards patients may stay in the hospital for several days. When patients go home, they will have to use a cane, walker, or crutches at first. Patients will likely have physical therapy to improve their ability to move with their new hip. After the first few weeks, light exercise such as bike riding or swimming will help them heal, but certain actions, such as climbing stairs or bending over at the waist, may be difficult at first. It will take several weeks before they can drive or return to work. Full recovery may take six to 12 months.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD in 2023

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blood draw

blood draw for lab tests

phlebotomy for lab tests

venipuncture

In 2023, Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD had a list price for blood draw, blood draw for lab tests, phlebotomy for lab tests, and venipuncture (phlebotomy) that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 90% of providers in related specialties within Iowa. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD treated as an orthopedist in Cedar Rapids, IA during 2017 were reconstructive surgery, joint surgery and lower extremity surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	12
joint surgery	11
lower extremity surgery	11
reconstructive surgery	11

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD.

**Gender**
Male	23
Female	38

**Age**
From 65 to 74	29
From 75 to 84	18
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD in 2017

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD treated during 2017 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and depression.

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	28
Dementia	0
Cancer	20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD treated as an orthopedist in Cedar Rapids, IA during 2018 were aspiration, injections, blood draw and reconstructive surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	72
blood draw	29
doctor visit	226
injections	72
joint surgery	14
lab tests	13
lower extremity surgery	14
reconstructive surgery	14

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD.

**Gender**
Male	92
Female	113

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	183
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	119
From 75 to 84	53
85 and over	19
Less than 65	14

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD in 2018

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD treated during 2018 were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	25
Dementia	7
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD treated as an orthopedist in Cedar Rapids, IA during 2019 were aspiration, injections, blood draw and reconstructive surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	45
blood draw	17
doctor visit	152
injections	45
joint surgery	12
lab tests	12
lower extremity surgery	12
reconstructive surgery	12

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD.

**Gender**
Male	53
Female	99

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	136
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	89
From 75 to 84	42
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD in 2019

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD treated during 2019 were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and depression.

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	27
Dementia	11
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD treated as an orthopedist in Cedar Rapids, IA during 2020 were aspiration and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	36
doctor visit	116
injections	36

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD.

**Gender**
Male	33
Female	74

**Age**
From 65 to 74	53
From 75 to 84	31
85 and over	11
Less than 65	12

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD treated during 2020 were high cholesterol, hypertension, depression and diabetes.

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	27
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD treated as an orthopedist in Cedar Rapids, IA during 2021 were injections, aspiration, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	61
doctor visit	150
hospital care	11
injections	73
inpatient care	11

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD.

**Gender**
Male	54
Female	111

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	150
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	65
From 75 to 84	48
85 and over	25
Less than 65	27

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD treated during 2021 were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	22
Dementia	12
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD treated as an orthopedist in Cedar Rapids, IA during 2022 were aspiration, injections, reconstructive surgery and joint surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	22
doctor visit	46
injections	22
joint surgery	13
lower extremity surgery	13
reconstructive surgery	13

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD.

**Gender**
Male	40
Female	58

**Age**
From 65 to 74	45
From 75 to 84	34
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD treated during 2022 were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	32
Dementia	0
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD treated as an orthopedist in Cedar Rapids, IA during 2023 were reconstructive surgery, joint surgery, lower extremity surgery and X-rays.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	29
blood draw	12
doctor visit	68
injections	29
joint surgery	46
lower extremity surgery	46
musculoskeletal imaging	30
reconstructive surgery	46
X-rays	30

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD.

**Gender**
Male	54
Female	89

**Age**
From 65 to 74	65
From 75 to 84	51
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD treated during 2023 were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and depression.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	17
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	23
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	34
Dementia	0
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2017 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD treated as an orthopedist in Cedar Rapids, IA were injections, aspiration, X-rays and musculoskeletal imaging.

aspiration	44
blood draw	19
doctor visit	110
hospital care	11
injections	46
inpatient care	11
joint surgery	19
lab tests	12
lower extremity surgery	19
musculoskeletal imaging	30
reconstructive surgery	19
X-rays	30

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2017 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD.

**Gender**
Male	49
Female	83

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	67
Hispanic	0
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	39
85 and over	7
Less than 65	7
65 to 74	66

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD From 2017 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and depression.

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	3
Osteoporosis	8
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	27
Atrial Fibrillation	10
Dementia	4
Cancer	11

Education & Training

Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD graduated from University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. She completed residency at Wright State University Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and has a state license in Missouri.

Medical School: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

Residency: Wright State University Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Licensed In: Missouri

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UnityPoint Health

Physicians' Clinic of Iowa, P.C.

St. Luke's Hospital

PHYSICIANS' CLINIC OF IOWA, PC

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Andrea Stitgen Policano, FAAHKS, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Stryker Corporation	$4,175 Mako $2,950	ACCOLADE $565	TRIATHLON $245	Reunion $242	Insignia $173
Medical Device Business Services, Inc.	$1,749 $1,749
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc.	$842 Avenir $842
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.	$831 ACTIS $423	ATTUNE $330	NA $77
Davol Inc.	$79 ARISTA AH FLEXITIP $79
Other	$77 Vimizim $48	Zynrelef $29

**Types of Payments**
Travel and Lodging	$5,730
Food and Beverage	$2,023

Biography

Dr. Andrea Stitgen, who practices in Cedar Rapids, IA, is a medical specialist in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. Her areas of expertise include the following: hip replacement, knee problems, and revision knee arthroplasty. Dr. Stitgen is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. For her residency, Dr. Stitgen trained at a hospital affiliated with Wright State University. Her hospital/clinic affiliations include UnityPoint Health, Physicians' Clinic of Iowa, P.C., and St. Luke's Hospital.

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