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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elton, Orthopedic Surgeon in Vail, CO?
Dr. John Paul Elton, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Vail, CO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Elton is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elton’s office at (970) 476-2451.
Is Dr. Elton board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. John Paul Elton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Elton speak?
Dr. Elton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Elton typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Elton 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. Elton. 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:
- Right Ankle and Foot Pain
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Ankle
- Sore Right Foot
- Aching Right Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Ankle Ache
- Left Foot Discomfort
- Sore Left Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot
Also known as:
- Plantar Fibromatosis
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Ledderhose disease
- Plantar fasciitis nodule
- Foot fibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
Also known as:
- Right Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Elton typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Elton performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Elton. 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:
- Ankle Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
- Ankle Arthroscopy with Loose Body Removal
- Endoscopy
- Ankle debridement
- Ankle scope surgery
- Arthroscopic ankle cleanup
- Tibiotalar joint debridement
- Arthroscopic Ankle Foreign Body Removal
- Keyhole Ankle Surgery for Debris
- Ankle Joint Clean-up (Arthroscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 29898: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, extensive
- 29894: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; with removal of loose body or foreign body
Also known as:
- Ankle Arthroscopy for Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Keyhole Ankle Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Ankle Cartilage Repair
- Ankle Bone Defect Excision
CPT Codes:
- 29891: Arthroscopy, ankle, surgical, excision of osteochondral defect of talus and/or tibia, including drilling of the defect
Also known as:
- Ankle Ligament Repair
- Collateral Ankle Ligament Surgery
- Ankle Sprain Repair
- Watson-Jones Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 27698: Repair, secondary, disrupted ligament, ankle, collateral (eg, Watson-Jones procedure)
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Leg Tendon Repair
- Flexor Tendon Repair
- Leg Tendon Surgery
- Tendon Reconstruction Leg
CPT Codes:
- 27658: Repair, flexor tendon, leg; primary, without graft, each tendon
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Elton accept my insurance?
Dr. Elton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (970) 476-2451 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elton accept in Vail, CO?
Dr. Elton in Vail, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Elton's office located?
Dr. John Paul Elton's Primary Practice
181 W Meadow Dr Ste 2700
Vail, CO 81657
(970) 476-2451
What is Dr. Elton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962683201.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elton
What is Dr. John Paul Elton's specialty?
Dr. Elton is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Vail, CO.
What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?
An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.
Is this Dr. John Paul Elton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elton is affiliated with Vail Health Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 John Paul Elton accepting new patients in Vail, CO?
Yes, Dr. John Paul Elton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Paul Elton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elton's office at (970) 476-2451 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Paul Elton?
Please contact Dr. Elton's office at (970) 476-2451 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Paul Elton have?
Dr. John Paul Elton is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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