Iowa Health – Des Moines had two hospitals recognized for surgical excellence by Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield. Iowa Methodist Medical Center has been named a Blue Distinction Center for knee and hip replacement surgery and spine surgery.

Methodist West Hospital has been named a Blue Distinction Center for knee and hip replacement surgery. Both were recognized for demonstrating better overall quality of care and patient results. Blue Distinction is a national designation awarded to medical facilities that have demonstrated expertise in one of the awards’ categories.