Summary

Dr. Christopher Diefenbach is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in foot and ankle surgery. He earned his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Colorado Health. With 15 years of experience in orthopedic care, Dr. Diefenbach focuses on surgical and non-surgical treatments for complex foot and ankle conditions. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Diefenbach practices at the Northern Arizona Healthcare Orthopedic & Spine Institute in Flagstaff, Arizona, and maintains hospital affiliations with Northern Nevada Medical Center. He treats patients with foot pain, heel pain, and Achilles tendon problems. His diagnostic approach includes extremity X-rays and MRI imaging to accurately assess injuries and conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in his surgical expertise and patient care.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 15 years of experience
  • 56 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Colorado Health
  • 3 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Northern Arizona Healthcare Orthopedic & Spine Institute - Flagstaff

107 E Oak Ave Ste 101Flagstaff, AZ 86001

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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Chinese, English, Spanish
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Med School: New York University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Christopher Michael Diefenbach

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Banner Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Care1st
  • Care1st - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Devoted Health
  • First Choice Health
  • GEHA
  • Health Choice Arizona
  • Health Choice Arizona - HMO
  • Health Choice Arizona - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthChoice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthSmart
  • Hometown Health
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Mercy Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Optum Health
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Prominence Health Plan
  • Prominence Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Sierra Health and Life
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Summit Community Care
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Travelers
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • University of Utah Health Plans
  • Zenith

Medical Specialties

Dr. Christopher Michael Diefenbach has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Christopher Michael Diefenbach has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Foot & Ankle Surgery
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Colorado Health.

Medical School

Graduated from New York University School Of Medicine in 2011.

NPI Number

Dr. Diefenbach's NPI number is 1437440070.

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Dr. Christopher Diefenbach speaks English and Spanish.

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