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Dr. Christopher Elser, MD

Dr. Christopher Elser, MD

Lancaster, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Elser, Anesthesiologist in Lancaster, PA?

    Dr. Christopher Elser, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Lancaster, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Elser completed his residency at Penn St U Hp-M S Hershey Mc, Anesthesiology. Dr. Elser is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elser’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elser’s office at (717) 544-4676.

    Where did Dr. Elser go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Penn St U Hp-M S Hershey Mc, Anesthesiology | Penn State Hershey Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa

    What languages does Dr. Elser speak?

    Dr. Elser and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Elser treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Elser 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. Elser. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Single Live Birth
    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • One baby born alive
    • Vaginal birth of one baby
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z370: Single live birth
    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Tooth Decay
    • Cavities
    • Dental Caries
    • Tooth Rot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K029: Dental caries, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Does Dr. Elser accept my insurance?

    Dr. Elser accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (717) 544-4676 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Elser accept in Lancaster, PA?

    Dr. Elser in Lancaster, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Capital BlueCross

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Lancaster General Health

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • UPMC Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Elser's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Elser's Primary Practice

    555 N Duke St

    Lancaster, PA 17602

    (717) 544-4676

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    Dr. Christopher Elser's Practice 2

    133 E Frederick St

    Lancaster, PA 17602

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    What is Dr. Elser's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Elser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457341547.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elser?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elser

    What is Dr. Christopher Elser's specialty?

    Dr. Elser is a Anesthesiologist near Lancaster, PA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Elser to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Elser affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Elser is affiliated with Penn Medicine Lancaster General 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Christopher Elser accepting new patients in Lancaster, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Elser is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Elser offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Elser's office at (717) 544-4676 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Elser?

    Please contact Dr. Elser's office at (717) 544-4676 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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