CHI Health Orthopedics
Orthopedics • Council Bluffs, IA • Since 1886 • Multiple locations including Omaha, Kearney, Council Bluffs and Lakeside areas in Nebraska/Iowa locations
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Last gathered July 11, 2026. How our information is sourced · Report incorrect information
About
CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs is a hospital within the CHI Health system based in Council Bluffs, Iowa (founded 1886). It operates as part of the broader CHI Health network and is sometimes referred to as Mercy Hospital. The facility employs a small team (28 staff) and serves primarily medical and administrative roles. Notable leadership includes Kristen Blum (President) and Joanna Sklenar-Smith (Vice President of Patient Care Services). For orthopedic-specific details, consider checking CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs’ dedicated services page or contacting the hospital directly.
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
Not published.
Languages Spoken
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FAQs
What conditions do you treat?
Orthopedic and musculoskeletal problems including hip and knee pain or injury, arthritis, hand and wrist issues, foot and ankle problems, elbow and shoulder pain.
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Photos
Photos published by CHI Health Orthopedics showing the orthopedics practice in Council Bluffs, IA.
What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- Healthgrades (Dr. Craig Hansen): 3.8/5 (10)
- WebMD / Vitals (Dr. Clifford Boese): 4.8/5 - 5.0/5 (19 ratings / 7 reviews)
- Healthgrades (Dr. Thomas Atteberry): 4.0/5 (23)
- Birdeye (CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs overall): 4.2/5 (1,075)
Patients praise
- High level of professional care and expertise from surgeons
- Effective communication regarding conditions and treatment plans
- Successful surgical outcomes, particularly for joint replacements and repairs
- Friendly and helpful staff interactions
- Efficient diagnosis and treatment processes
Common complaints
- Dissatisfaction with medical diagnoses or outcomes (e.g., severe arthritis diagnosis)
- Occasional reports of not trusting provider decisions
- Isolated negative experiences reported by a small percentage of patients for individual surgeons
"Dr Hansen is simply the best ! He replaced both my shot knees, told me what to expect, an approximate timeline, and answered any and all questions."
- Healthgrades"WOW, I am walking because of Dr. Boese... Dr. Boese fixed it and I am walking and back to doing most of the activities I did prior to the accident. He is a true miracle worker!!!"
- Vitals"Very funny guy. Did a great job on my shoulder!"
- HealthgradesSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 - sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- OrthoNebraska expands orthopedic urgent care hours in Council Bluffs - May 27, 2026
- Maggie Munson, PA-C | Physician Assistant at OrthoNebraska - Jul 28, 2025
- OrthoNebraska expands orthopedic urgent care hours in Council Bluffs - Worldnews.com - May 27, 2026
- Photos: CHI, Creighton cut ribbon on new orthopedic center at Lakeside - Jun 24, 2026
- CHI Health breaks ground on new orthopedic center in Omaha - KETV - Jun 25, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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