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Dr. Christopher Elder, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 53
Dr. Christopher Elder, MD
4.8 (122 Ratings)
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Dr. Christopher Elder, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Asheville, NC.
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Dr. Christopher Elder, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 53
Asheville, NC
Accepting new patients
Dr. Christopher Elder, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Asheville, NC.

About

Dr. Christopher Elder, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Asheville, NC. Dr. Elder currently practices at Asheville Orthopaedic Associates and Mission - Asheville and are affiliated with Mission Hospital McDowell. Dr. Elder has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain, Bursitis and Iliotibial Band Syndrome among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Elder received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 122 times. Dr. Elder's office accepts new patients. Dr. Elder is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Friendly Staff

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Joint Pain
Bursitis
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Joint Pain
Bursitis
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Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Bursitis of Hip
Chondromalacia
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Broken Arm
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Difficulty With Walking
Fibular Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Meniscus Tear
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Disorders
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Rotator Cuff Tear
Sciatica
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Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
Arthrocentesis
Hip Arthroscopy
Knee Arthroscopy
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Surgery
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Steroid Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Broken Neck
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccygeal Pain
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Foot Fracture
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Gout
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Hand Fracture
Herniated Disc
Hip Dysplasia
Hip Impingement
Hip Osteophyte
Humerus Fracture
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Osteophyte
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Epicondylitis
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Medial Epicondylitis
Muscular Dystrophy (MD)
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Fracture
Patellar Tendonitis
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Piriformis Syndrome
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Sacrum Disorders
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Osteophyte
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Snapping Hip
Spinal Stenosis
Spondylitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tenosynovitis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibial Fracture
ACL Surgery
Ankle Arthroscopy
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Carpal Tunnel Release
De Quervain's Release
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hip Dislocation
Hip Labral Repair
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee Replacement
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Synovial Biopsy
Trigger Finger Release
Trigger Point Injection
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Medicaid
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
  • Humana
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • United Healthcare
  • Coventry Health Care of the Carolinas, Inc.
  • Coventry Health Care
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Aetna
  • Medicare

Locations

  1. 1 Asheville Orthopaedic Associates and Mission - Asheville
    1 Hospital Dr Ste 5200, Asheville, NC 28801
  2. 2 Asheville Orthopedic Associates - Marion
    1633 Sugar Hill Rd, Marion, NC 28752

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Elder
4.8
Based on 122 Reviews
5 Stars (117)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (5)

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Sep 22, 2023
Nice energy respectful understanding very honest great sense of humor
Gloria E Ayala — Sep 22, 2023
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
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Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Residency Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Christopher Elder, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Elder's profile.

Dr. Elder frequently treats the following conditions: Joint Pain, Bursitis and Iliotibial Band Syndrome. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Christopher Elder, MD is affiliated with Mission Hospital McDowell.

Yes, Dr. Christopher Elder, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Mission Hospital McDowell

    430 Rankin Dr, Marion, NC