Total Transplants
138
across all organ programs
This data is for informational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult your transplant team for decisions about your care.
Transplant Center
The Iowa City VA Health Care System
Iowa
Organ Programs
1
Kidney
Best 1-yr Survival
90.9%
Kidney
Total Waitlist
106
patients across all programs
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
The Iowa City VA Health Care System
Open-data reference.
Iowa · Code: IAVA
Data Insight
The Iowa City VA Health Care System is a transplant program in Iowa (SRTR center code IAVA). According to SRTR Program-Specific Reports from November 2025, the center operates 1 distinct organ program — Kidney. Each program is independently evaluated by the Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients using risk-adjusted survival estimates, so performance on one organ does not imply performance on another.
Across all programs, the center reported approximately 138 transplant procedures during the most recent SRTR reporting cohort. An estimated 106 candidates sit on this center's combined waiting lists, though allocation is driven by OPTN policy (blood type, medical urgency, geography, organ-specific criteria) rather than list position alone. The strongest 1-year graft survival rate at this center is 90.9% for kidney transplants, versus a risk-adjusted national benchmark of 95.0%.
This center operates 1 SRTR-reporting program; survival estimates are risk-adjusted for recipient characteristics and update approximately twice per year. Use the table below to compare each organ program's survival, volume, and waitlist against national averages. This information is factual and does not constitute medical advice.
Wait Time by Organ Type
National median wait times from listing to transplant. Individual wait times vary by blood type, urgency, and geographic allocation region.
Median wait time (days) by organ on the national transplant waiting list. Source: OPTN/SRTR national data — individual wait times vary by blood type, urgency, and UNOS region.
Programs Above Avg
0/1
at or above national 1yr survival
Survival vs National 90.9%
Best: 90.9% (Kidney)
Based on SRTR Program-Specific Reports (November 2025), The Iowa City VA Health Care System in Iowa operates 1 transplant program covering Kidney. The center performed approximately 138 transplants during the most recent reporting period. There are currently an estimated 106 patients on its combined waiting lists.
Survival rate data for this center's 1 program is reported by SRTR using risk-adjusted estimates. Outcomes may vary based on individual patient factors, and survival statistics alone do not determine the quality of a transplant program. Patients are encouraged to discuss these figures with their transplant team.
Transplant Programs
Source: Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients (SRTR) Program-Specific Reports (CSRS 2511) · November 2025
| Organ | 1-yr Survival | 3-yr Survival | US Avg | Transplants | Waitlist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kidney | 90.9% -4.1 | 86.8% | 95.0% | 138 | 106 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the survival rates at The Iowa City VA Health Care System?
Based on SRTR data from November 2025, The Iowa City VA Health Care System reports a 1-year graft survival rate of 90.9% for kidney transplants, compared to a national average of 95.0%. Survival rates vary by organ type and may not predict individual outcomes. Discuss these statistics with your transplant team for guidance specific to your situation.
How long is the waiting list at The Iowa City VA Health Care System?
According to the latest SRTR data, The Iowa City VA Health Care System has approximately 106 patients on its combined transplant waiting lists across 1 organ program. Wait times depend on many factors including organ type, blood type, medical urgency, and geographic allocation policies. Your transplant center can provide an estimated timeline based on your specific circumstances.
Which organs does The Iowa City VA Health Care System transplant?
The Iowa City VA Health Care System offers transplant programs for Kidney. Each program is independently evaluated by SRTR with its own survival rate data and volume statistics. Not all centers offer the same organ programs, so availability is an important factor when choosing a transplant center.
How does The Iowa City VA Health Care System compare to other transplant centers nationally?
The Iowa City VA Health Care System operates 1 transplant program evaluated by SRTR. National rankings use risk-adjusted survival estimates and exclude centers below minimum case volume thresholds. Discuss center-specific outcomes with your medical team to understand how they apply to your individual case.
What factors should I consider when choosing The Iowa City VA Health Care System for transplant?
When evaluating The Iowa City VA Health Care System or any transplant center, consider multiple factors beyond survival statistics: the center's experience with your specific organ type, geographic proximity (which affects organ allocation timing), your insurance coverage, the multidisciplinary team's expertise, post-transplant follow-up capabilities, and the center's patient volume. SRTR data provides one lens, but the OPTN recommends discussing all options with your referring physician and potential transplant teams.
How often is the transplant data for The Iowa City VA Health Care System updated?
The data shown here comes from SRTR Program-Specific Reports released in November 2025 as part of the Collaborative Silo-Reservoir Study (CSRS). SRTR publishes updated program-specific reports approximately twice per year (typically May and November). Each release includes the most recent cohort data, which may lag by 6-18 months due to follow-up requirements for survival outcomes.
Related Healthcare Data
Explore additional healthcare resources for Iowa from federal data sources.
Physicians & Specialists in Iowa
Find transplant surgeons and specialists by state, including provider enrollment and specialty data. Source: CMS NPI.
Hospital Quality in Iowa
CMS star ratings, patient experience, and quality measures for hospitals performing transplants. Source: CMS Hospital Compare.
Health Rankings in Iowa
County-level health outcomes and factors that influence transplant access and recovery. Source: County Health Rankings.
Medicare Coverage in Iowa
Medicare enrollment, costs, and coverage data relevant to transplant recipients. Source: CMS Medicare.
Nearby Centers in Iowa
Other transplant centers in Iowa reporting to SRTR.
Data Sources
- SRTR Program-Specific Reports (November 2025 release) — center-level survival rates, volume, and waitlist figures for The Iowa City VA Health Care System. srtr.org
- OPTN allocation policy library — organ-specific allocation rules referenced in program narratives. optn.transplant.hrsa.gov
About This Data
This data is for informational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult your transplant team for decisions about your care.
Source: Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients (SRTR) Program-Specific Reports (CSRS 2511) · November 2025 Survival rates are 1-year graft survival estimates for adult recipients.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
All federal data sources used on this page
- HRSA Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN) — federal organ transplant database. optn.transplant.hrsa.gov
- UNOS — United Network for Organ Sharing — national transplant policy and waitlist data. unos.org/data
- SRTR — Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients — center-level outcomes. srtr.org
- CMS Medicare Transplant Center Certifications — federal certification requirements. cms.gov/Medicare/Transplant
- HHS Healthcare Cost and Utilization Project (HCUP) — transplant-procedure utilization data. hcup-us.ahrq.gov
- CDC National Vital Statistics System (NVSS) — mortality context for waitlist/post-transplant outcomes. cdc.gov/nchs/nvss