EmergeOrtho

Orthopedics • Morganton, NC • Since 2016

About

EmergeOrtho Morganton in Morganton, NC is part of the EmergeOrtho network, a North Carolina-based orthopedic, spine, and pain management provider. The practice offers comprehensive orthopedic care with diagnostics, therapies, and telemedicine, supporting patients across multiple North Carolina locations, including the foothills region around Morganton. The company emphasizes a full spectrum of services from evaluation to treatment, and has ongoing regional coverage and news coverage in Morganton and surrounding areas.

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Clinic Type

Orthopedics

Address

503 East Parker Road Morganton, NC 28655

Phone

(828) 459-OUCH

Email

lynne.devenny@emergeortho.com

Opening Hours

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Website

https://emergeortho.com/locations/morganton/

Emergency Care

Walk-In Orthopedic Urgent Care available after hours; evenings and Saturdays

Services Offered

Orthopedic surgery
Pain management
Orthopedic urgent care
Walk-in orthopedic urgent care
Imaging services (radiology, mobile MRI)
Pains management clinic

Technology & Equipment

Mobile MRI unit
Radiology department
Imaging capabilities

Team

Michael R. Duerkes — PA-C, Advanced Practitioner
Scott E. Fox — PA-C
Deborah T. Hicks — NP
Kyle R. Munday — PA-C
Leigh D. Roth — PA-C
B. Shane Tolbert — PA-C

Insurance & Payment

Aetna
Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Cigna
Humana
Medcost
Medicare
Tricare/Military
United Healthcare
WellCare
Workers Comp
Other

Our practice accepts most major insurance plans and participates with a wide range of commercial carriers, Medicare, and select employer-sponsored health plans.

Direct Pay, Insurance

Languages Spoken

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FAQs

What are the Orthopedic Clinic Hours?

8:00AM - 5:00PM

What are the Orthopedic Urgent Care Hours?

5:00PM - 8:00PM

Is there a Pain Management service at this location?

Yes, Pain Management is offered.

Is radiology available on-site?

Yes, a state-of-the-art radiology department and a mobile MRI unit on-site.

How can I schedule an appointment?

Click the Schedule An Appointment button for self-scheduling or fill out the medical appointment request form and a team member will call within 48 hours.

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What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed

EmergeOrtho official website: 4.9 out of 5 stars (2,968 (total location reviews))
rater8 (Dr. Christopher T. Daley): 4.8 out of 5 stars (714 ratings)
rater8 (Dr. William B. Bell): 4.9 out of 5 stars (655 ratings)
rater8 (Dr. Earl W. Walker, Jr.): 4.9 out of 5 stars (138 ratings)
Birdeye (Urgent Care): 4 out of 5 stars (21 reviews)

Patients praise

high patient satisfaction with clinical outcomes and surgical results
doctors described as professional, knowledgeable, caring, and attentive
clear explanations of diagnoses and treatment plans
efficient staff and overall positive experiences with specific orthopedic surgeons

Common complaints

billing disputes and unexpected charges
frustration with communication and responsiveness of management/billing staff
reports of dismissive or unprofessional behavior from certain individual providers

"Very friendly, excellent explanation of possible diagnosis and treatment plan."

— rater8 review for Dr. Christopher T. Daley

"Dr Bell has helped me with so much with my trigger lock problem. He has such a good personality and will listen and help."

— rater8 review for Dr. William B. Bell

"The best doctor in the world!!!"

— rater8 review for Dr. Earl W. Walker, Jr.

Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].