Dr. Christopher T. Lechner
- Gender: Male
- Experience: 35 years
- Graduated from: Ohio State University College Of Medicine
- Graduation year: 1986
- Sole propriator: No
- NPI: 1922117803
Dr. Christopher T. Lechner M.D.
Hand Surgeon
He is located at 18 Medical Park Drive in Asheville, NC 28803. Can help patients with the following: Heart Disease, Hip Replacement, Meniscus Tear, Sciatica, Tremor, Trigger Finger. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922117803. Appointment can be made via the phone number (828) 253-7521. He is affiliated with 1 practices and 1 hospitals.
Conditions treated
Dr. Christopher Todd Lechner, being an hand surgeon, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Christopher T. Lechner.
- ACL Tear
- Achalasia
- Achilles Tendon Rupture
- Anal Fissure
- Appendicitis
- Arthritis
- Avascular Necrosis
- Back Pain
- Baker's Cyst
- Boils
- Bone Spurs
- Broken Bone
- Bunions
- Bursitis
- Cancer
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Cauda Equina Syndrome
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Colon Cancer
- Compartment Syndrome
- Crohn's Disease
- Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
- Cyst
- Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD)
- Dislocated Ankle
- Dislocated Shoulder
- Diverticulosis
- Dupuytren Contracture
- Elbow Pain
- Enlarged Spleen
- Esophageal Cancer
- Frostbite
- Gallstones
- Ganglion
- Gangrene
- Hammer Toe
- Heart Disease
- Hemorrhoids
- Hernia
- Herniated Disc
- Hip Replacement
- Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS)
- Impingement Syndrome
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Ingrown Toenail
- Joint Fluid Extraction
- Knee Pain
- Knee Replacement
- Kyphoplasty
- Kyphosis
- Low Back Pain
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
- Lymphedema
- Meniscus Tear
- Metatarsal Surgery
- Morton's Neuroma
- Osgood-Schlatter Disease
- Osteoarthritis (OA)
- Osteomyelitis
- Pancreatitis
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFS)
- Peptic Ulcer
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Repetitive Motion Disorders (RMDs)
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Sciatica
- Scoliosis
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Separated Shoulder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spondylolysis
- Spondylosis
- Sprained Ankle
- Sprained Wrist
- Stress Fracture
- Tennis Elbow
- Tremor
- Trigger Finger
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Whiplash
- Wrist Surgery
Procedures Performed by Dr. Christopher T. Lechner
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Christopher T. Lechner as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Cigna Healthcare
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 17 plans from Cigna Healthcare
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connect Bronze 5500 Indiv Med Deductible | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Bronze 6500 Indiv Med Deductible | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Bronze CMS Standard | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Bronze RD 5000 Indiv Med Deductible | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Bronze RD 6000 Indiv Med Deductible | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Bronze RD CMS Standard | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Gold 1500 Indiv Med Deductible | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Gold CMS Standard | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Gold RD CMS Standard | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect myDiabetesCare Bronze | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect myDiabetesCare Silver | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Silver 3600 Indiv Med Deductible | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Silver 5000 Indiv Med Deductible | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Silver CMS Standard | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Silver RD 3500 Indiv Med Deductible | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Silver RD 5000 Indiv Med Deductible | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Silver RD CMS Standard | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
UnitedHealthcare
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 13 plans from UnitedHealthcare
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| UHC Bronze Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Essential ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals | HMO · Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Standard (No Referrals) | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Standard+ Dental + Vision (No Referrals) | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Advantage ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $1 Tier 2 Rx, No Referrals) | HMO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Advantage + ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $1 Tier 2 Rx, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | HMO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | HMO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Standard (No Referrals) | HMO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Advantage ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $3 Tier 2 Rx, No Referrals) | HMO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Advantage + ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $3 Tier 2 Rx, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | HMO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Standard (No Referrals) | HMO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Value ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | HMO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Value + ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | HMO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Christopher T. Lechner is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. Christopher T. Lechner is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Hand Surgery (also registered under: Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery) .
Bills through: Carolina Hand And Sports Medicine, P.a.
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Jul 17, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received
Drug payment
| Auxilium Pharmaceuticals | $6940 |
| Smith \u0026 Nephew | $408 |
| Bioventus | $105 |
Other
| Consulting | $6000 |
| Food and Beverage | $974 |
| Promotional Speaking or Service | $500 |
| Travel and Lodging | $261 |
Studies
OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
Graduated in 1986Additional Specialities
- Orthopedic Surgeon
- Surgeon
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Questions & Answers
Has Dr. Christopher Todd Lechner affiliation with hospitals?
Dr. Christopher Todd Lechner is affiliated with MEMORIAL MISSION HOSPITAL AND ASHEVILLE SURGERY CE.
Does Dr. Christopher Todd Lechner accept patients with Cigna Healthcare?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Todd Lechner is listed in-network for Cigna Healthcare through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.
What conditions does Dr. Christopher Todd Lechner treat?
Dr. Christopher Todd Lechner provides treatment for Heart Disease, Hip Replacement, Meniscus Tear, Sciatica, Tremor, Trigger Finger. For the full list see this list.
Does Dr. Christopher Todd Lechner have affiliation with practices?
Dr. Christopher Todd Lechner is affiliated with Carolina Hand & Sports Medicine PA.
Where can you meet with Dr. Christopher Todd Lechner?
Dr. Christopher Todd Lechner's office is located at 18 Medical Park Drive in Asheville, NC 28803.