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Dr. Kawsu Barry, MD

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(Kawsu Barry, MD)

(601 Ratings)

Specializes in: Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School (2017)

Professional interests include: total joint replacement, replacement arthroplasty (joint replacement)

5950 University Avenue
West Des Moines, IA 50266

(515) 875-9908

Dr. Kawsu Barry, MD is an orthopedist in West Des Moines, IA specializing in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He graduated from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School in 2017 and has 8 years of experience. Dr. Kawsu Barry, MD is affiliated with The Iowa Clinic, The Iowa Clinic — Orthopaedics and THE IOWA CLINIC PC.

Office Locations

5950 University Avenue
West Des Moines, IA 50266

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1025 Southeast Tallgrass Lane
Waukee, IA 50263

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1410 Southwest Tradition Drive 2nd Floor
Ankeny, IA 50023

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Some issues Dr. Kawsu Barry, MD can help you with:

Replacement Arthroplasty (Joint Replacement)

Joint replacement, sometimes also called arthroplasty, is an option when a joint becomes severely damaged by disease or injury. The damaged cartilage of the joint is surgically removed, the ends of the bones in the joint are resurfaced, and a prosthetic is installed. Most prosthetic joints are made of a metal piece that fits into a plastic sleeve so that they glide smoothly. A joint replacement increases stability in the damaged area and decreases pain. The hip and knee are the two joints most commonly replaced, but joint replacement can also be performed on the ankle, shoulder, elbow and even fingers.

Although joint replacement is one of the safest and most reliable medical procedures available, it is still a major surgical procedure. All surgical procedures carry risks, such as infection or blood clots. For this reason, doctors try to help their patients avoid surgery for as long as they can. Taking arthritis medications, losing weight, avoiding high impact sports such as running, taking supplements such as glucosamine or chondroitin, or having joint injections may allow a patient to enjoy life without the need for surgery.

After having joint replacement surgery, patients can expect some pain the first few days as they recover. Physical therapy is an important part of recovery, and it can decrease complications and increase future mobility. As soon as possible, returning to low impact sports such as swimming, walking or biking can stretch and heal the new joint. A prosthetic joint can last 15 - 20 years and cannot be further damaged by degenerative diseases such as arthritis, so once it is done patients should be pain-free for many years.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Kawsu Barry, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Affordability:

hospital care

inpatient care

inpatient hospital care

In 2023, Dr. Kawsu Barry, MD had a list price for hospital care, inpatient care, and inpatient hospital care (for patient admitted to hospital) that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 95% 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.

Top 25%

By Volume:

inpatient hospital care

By Affordability:

total hip replacement

total joint replacement

total knee replacement

In 2013, among providers in related specialties within Iowa, Dr. Kawsu Barry, MD performed more inpatient hospital care (for patient admitted to hospital) procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of them and he also had a list price for hip arthroplasty, hip reconstruction, hip replacement, hip surgery, knee replacement, total hip replacement, total joint replacement, and total knee replacement that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of them. 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

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kawsu Barry, MD treated as an orthopedist in West Des Moines, IA during 2022 were reconstructive surgery, joint surgery and lower extremity surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kawsu Barry, MD for Medicare patients.

joint surgery	52
lower extremity surgery	52
reconstructive surgery	52

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kawsu Barry, MD.

**Gender**
Male	27
Female	56

**Age**
From 65 to 74	38
From 75 to 84	31
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kawsu Barry, MD in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Kawsu Barry, MD treated during 2022 were high cholesterol, hypertension, depression and cancer.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	13
Asthma	20
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	19
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	18
Dementia	0
Cancer	25

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kawsu Barry, MD treated as an orthopedist in West Des Moines, IA during 2023 were reconstructive surgery, joint surgery, lower extremity surgery and hospital care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kawsu Barry, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	14
doctor visit	80
hospital care	38
injections	14
inpatient care	38
joint surgery	65
lower extremity surgery	65
reconstructive surgery	65

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kawsu Barry, MD.

**Gender**
Male	62
Female	141

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	190
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	89
From 75 to 84	78
85 and over	23
Less than 65	13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kawsu Barry, MD in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Kawsu Barry, MD treated during 2023 were high cholesterol, hypertension, depression and osteoperosis.

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	27
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	20
Dementia	6
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2022 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kawsu Barry, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Kawsu Barry, MD treated as an orthopedist in West Des Moines, IA were reconstructive surgery, joint surgery, lower extremity surgery and hospital care.

aspiration	14
doctor visit	80
hospital care	38
injections	14
inpatient care	38
joint surgery	58
lower extremity surgery	58
reconstructive surgery	58

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2022 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kawsu Barry, MD.

**Gender**
Male	44
Female	98

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	95
Hispanic	0
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	54
85 and over	11
Less than 65	6
65 to 74	63

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kawsu Barry, MD From 2022 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Kawsu Barry, MD treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, depression and cancer.

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	18
Osteoporosis	20
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	19
Atrial Fibrillation	20
Dementia	3
Cancer	22

Education & Training

Dr. Kawsu Barry, MD graduated from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School in 2017. He completed residency at Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Board Certifications American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and has a state license in Iowa.

Medical School: Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School (2017)

Residency: Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: Board Certifications American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Licensed In: Iowa

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Kawsu Barry, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

The Iowa Clinic

The Iowa Clinic — Orthopaedics

THE IOWA CLINIC PC

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Kawsu Barry, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 601 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Kawsu Barry, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in West Des Moines, IA.

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Stryker Corporation	$2,675 Mako $1,960	Insignia $192	SALVATION $128	TRIATHLON $126	Variax $123	Other $147
ENCORE MEDICAL, LP	$1,772 DJO SURGICAL $1,772
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc.	$1,728 Persona $1,091	Comprehensive Shoulder System $222	ROSA $149	Affixus $137	Arcos $102	Other $26
Supreme Orthopedic Systems, LLC	$1,291 $1,291
ORTHALIGN INC	$172 Orthalign Plus $172
Other	$138 ACTIS $67	ATTUNE $37	AQUACEL AG+ EXTRA $19	CMF $16

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$2,869
Education	$1,997
Honoraria	$1,500
Travel and Lodging	$1,409

Biography

Dr. Kawsu Barry's area of specialization is orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He has a 5.0 out of 5 star average patient rating. Dr. Barry's clinical interests encompass total joint replacement. He is professionally affiliated with The Iowa Clinic. He welcomes new patients at his office inWaukee, IA as reported by The Iowa Clinic. He attended medical school at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School. For his professional training, Dr. Barry completed a residency program at a hospital affiliated with Johns Hopkins University.