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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elder, Surgeon in Fruitland, ID?
Dr. James Elder, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fruitland, ID with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Elder is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elder’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elder’s office at (208) 381-6930.
What languages does Dr. Elder speak?
Dr. Elder and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Elder typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Elder diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Elder. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
- Abscess
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
- Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Elder typically perform?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. James Elder may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Elder's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Elder accept my insurance?
Dr. Elder accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (208) 381-6930 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elder accept in Fruitland, ID?
Dr. Elder in Fruitland, ID accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
PacificSource
State of Idaho
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Elder's office located?
What is Dr. Elder's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elder's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609926740.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elder?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elder
What is Dr. James Elder's specialty?
Dr. Elder is a Surgeon near Fruitland, ID.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. James Elder affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elder is affiliated with St. Luke's Nampa Medical Center, St. Luke's Boise Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is James Elder accepting new patients in Fruitland, ID?
Yes, Dr. James Elder is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Elder offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elder's office at (208) 381-6930 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Elder?
Please contact Dr. Elder's office at (208) 381-6930 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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