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Dr. James Christensen, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 78
Dr. James Christensen, MD
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Dr. James Christensen, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Reno, NV.
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Dr. James Christensen, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 78
Reno, NV
Accepting new patients
54 years of experience
Dr. James Christensen, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Reno, NV.

About

Dr. Christensen graduated from Creighton University. Dr. James Christensen, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Reno, NV and has 54 years experience. Dr. Christensen currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Carson Valley Health, Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital, Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center, Banner Lassen Medical Center, Eastern Plumas Hospital Portola, Incline Village Community Hospital, Modoc Medical Center, Northern Nevada Medical Center, Renown Regional Medical Center and Renown South Meadows Medical Center. Dr. Christensen has experience treating conditions like Limb Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Christensen received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 24 times. Dr. Christensen's office accepts new patients. Dr. Christensen also speaks Spanish. Dr. Christensen is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Limb Pain
Trigger Finger
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Trigger Finger
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Trigger Finger
Joint Pain
Broken Arm
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
De Quervain's Disease
Dupuytrens Contracture
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Tenosynovitis
Wrist Fracture
Arthrocentesis
Neuroplasty
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Steroid Injection
Trigger Finger Release
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Arthritis of the Elbow
Back Pain
Bursitis
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Cervical Radiculopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Congenital Hand Anomaly
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Sprain
Femur Fracture
Foot Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hammer Toe
Hand Fracture
Hip Fracture
Hip Sprain
Humerus Fracture
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Medial Epicondylitis
Muscle Cramping
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Wrist
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Stenosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Bunion Surgery
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Carpal Tunnel Release
De Quervain's Release
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Elbow Replacement
Elbow Tenotomy
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
Excision of Ganglion
Excision of Humerus
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Foot and Ankle DislocationTreatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Hand Tendon Repair
Joint Drainage
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Peripheral Nerve Block
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Somatic Nerve Block
Synovial Biopsy
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Wrist Fusion
Wrist Replacement

Insurance Accepted

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  • Navigate HMO
    Medica Choice
    Choice Plus POS
    Navigate POS
    Nexus Open Access
    Options PPO
  • Northern Nevada PPO
  • Open Access Plus
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Choice POS
    National POS
    Choice Care PPO
  • Open Choice PPO
    Aetna
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    Choice Plus POS II
  • Northern CA Cigna + Oscar Open Access Plus EPO
  • Northern & Rural NV HMO
  • Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus

Locations

  1. 1 DR Raymond Swarts MD LTD.
    555 N Arlington Ave, Reno, NV 89503
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (775) 786-1887
  2. 2 Reno Orthopedic Center
    1365 Medical Pkwy, Carson City, NV 89703
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (775) 786-3040

Patient Satisfaction

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4.4
Based on 24 Reviews
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4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (0)
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1 Star (3)

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Patient Reviews
Feb 10, 2018
I was diagnosed with keinbocks disease in my wrist 7 yrs ago by my primary physician. After seeing several different wrist doctors in Reno(maybe all but him) with no answers or action I ended up having surgery at UC Davis. Then a friend recommended Dr. Christensen. The very first appointment I knew he was the one I wanted treating me. Very knowlegable and great bedside manner. I have had 3 surgeries with him and several injections. His staff is amazing. Not looking forward to his retirement:(
Sally in Sparks — Feb 10, 2018
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Creighton University
    1971
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Christensen, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Christensen's profile.

Dr. James Christensen, MD is affiliated with Carson Valley Health, Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital, Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center, Banner Lassen Medical Center, Eastern Plumas Hospital Portola, Incline Village Community Hospital, Modoc Medical Center, Northern Nevada Medical Center, Renown Regional Medical Center and Renown South Meadows Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. James Christensen, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Carson Valley Health

    1107 US Highway 395 N, Gardnerville, NV

  • Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital

    75 Beekman St, Plattsburgh, NY

  • Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center

    235 W 6th St, Reno, NV

  • Banner Lassen Medical Center

    1800 Spring Ridge Dr, Susanville, CA

  • Eastern Plumas Hospital Portola

    500 1st Ave, Portola, CA

  • Incline Village Community Hospital

    880 Alder Ave, Incline Village, NV

  • Modoc Medical Center

    1111 N Nagle St, Alturas, CA

  • Northern Nevada Medical Center

    2375 E Prater Way, Sparks, NV

  • Renown Regional Medical Center

    1155 Mill St, Reno, NV

  • Renown South Meadows Medical Center

    10101 Double R Blvd, Reno, NV