Compare 22 emergency medicine physicians in Fruita, CO. Check ratings, insurance, and availability.
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Emergency Medicine Physicians
100%
Accepting patients
82%
Most common: MD
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Fruita has 22 emergency medicine physicians. The most common credential is MD (82%). 100% are currently accepting new patients.
Nearby hospitals include UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital, Children's Hospital Colorado, and Denver Health Medical Center. Local training programs run through University of Colorado School of Medicine and Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine.
The most commonly accepted carriers among Fruita emergency medicine physicians include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-68781, and molina. 55% accept Medicare.
Patients are triaged by severity, not arrival order. A nurse will assess your vital signs and chief complaint. You will see a physician who will order tests (blood work, imaging, EKG) as needed. Treatment begins immediately for emergencies. Wait times for non-urgent conditions can be long. Be prepared to describe your symptoms, list your medications, and share your medical history. Bring your insurance card and ID.
Go to an emergency department for chest pain, difficulty breathing, stroke symptoms (sudden weakness, speech problems, facial drooping), severe bleeding, loss of consciousness, seizures, severe allergic reactions, high fever with confusion, poisoning or overdose, major trauma, and any condition that feels life-threatening. Call 911 for the most serious emergencies.
ER visit copay: $150-500 · Average ER visit (total billed): $1,000-3,000 · CT scan in ER: $500-3,000 · Ambulance: $500-2,500
Fruita, CO has 22 licensed emergency medicine physicians. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of emergency medicine physicians in Fruita, CO are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
The most commonly accepted carriers among emergency medicine physicians in Fruita, CO include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-68781, molina, and qhp-93078. Coverage and in-network status vary by provider, so it is worth confirming directly with the office before scheduling. FindClarity shows accepted insurance for each provider.
ER copays range from $150 to $500. The average total ER bill is $1,000 to $3,000. CT scans in the ER cost $500 to $3,000. An ambulance ride costs $500 to $2,500. Actual costs in Fruita, CO depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Most insurance plans waive the ER copay if you are admitted to the hospital from the ER. For non-life-threatening issues, urgent care visits cost a fraction of ER visits. Use the ER for true emergencies only.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Fruita, CO has 22 emergency medicine physicians. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
MD stands for Doctor of Medicine and DO stands for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. Both are equivalent qualifications. In Fruita, CO, 82% hold the MD credential and 14% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
55% of emergency medicine physicians in Fruita, CO accept Medicare. Medicare covers emergency services at any hospital, including out-of-network facilities. Standard Part B cost-sharing applies. If admitted, the visit shifts to inpatient coverage. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Top accepted carriers in Fruita, CO include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-68781, molina, and qhp-93078.
ER visits have higher copays than regular visits, typically $150 to $500. Most plans waive the ER copay if you are admitted to the hospital. The ACA requires coverage of emergency services at in-network rates even at out-of-network facilities. The No Surprises Act protects you from surprise billing by out-of-network ER doctors. Follow-up care should be done with your regular doctor to avoid repeat ER costs.