Healthcare Providers in Colorado Springs, CO
18,784 providers found in Colorado Springs, CO.
El Paso County · Population: 478,961
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About healthcare in Colorado Springs, CO
Colorado Springs healthcare revolves around two realities: a large military community centered on Fort Carson and Peterson Space Force Base, and a fast-growing civilian population that has outpaced the city's medical infrastructure. UCHealth and CommonSpirit are expanding, but primary care wait times remain longer than in Denver.
FindClarity lists 18,784 healthcare providers in Colorado Springs, CO. The city has a population of about 478,961. Colorado Springs is in El Paso County County.
Medical offices cluster along North Academy Boulevard and the I-25 corridor through the center of the city. UCHealth Memorial Central sits downtown, while Penrose-St. Francis is on the south side near the Broadmoor. Military families can access Evans Army Community Hospital on Fort Carson, but many also use off-base TRICARE providers along Academy.
Hospitals in the area include UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central, Penrose-St. Francis Health Services, and Evans Army Community Hospital (Fort Carson). Neighborhoods and communities include Old Colorado City, Downtown Colorado Springs, Broadmoor, and Manitou Springs (nearby).
Colorado Springs is home to University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, Colorado College, and United States Air Force Academy, which contribute to the local healthcare workforce.
Colorado Springs' large military population from Fort Carson and Peterson Space Force Base drives demand for veterans' and active-duty healthcare.
TRICARE coverage is more common here than in nearly any other Colorado city due to the Fort Carson and Peterson bases. On the civilian side, Anthem and Cigna have the widest provider networks. Kaiser Permanente has a smaller footprint here than in Denver. Health First Colorado (Medicaid) enrollment is moderate, with access through Peak Vista Community Health Centers.
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FindClarity currently lists 18,784 healthcare providers in Colorado Springs, CO. This includes doctors, therapists, dentists, and other specialists. The directory is updated regularly as new providers are added.
FindClarity covers a wide range of specialties in Colorado Springs, CO, including primary care physicians, dentists, therapists, psychologists, cardiologists, dermatologists, orthopedists, and many more. You can browse all available specialties or search for a specific type of provider.
Hospitals in the Colorado Springs, CO area include UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central, Penrose-St. Francis Health Services, and Evans Army Community Hospital (Fort Carson). Many providers listed on FindClarity are affiliated with these and other local hospitals. You can check a provider's hospital affiliations on their profile page.
Many providers in Colorado Springs, CO accept Health First Colorado. You can use the insurance filter on FindClarity to find providers who accept Health First Colorado and are currently taking new patients. Coverage and copays vary by plan type, so confirm details with the provider's office.
Colorado Springs is served primarily by UCHealth (Memorial Hospital system) and CommonSpirit (Penrose-St. Francis). The city has fewer specialists per capita than Denver, so referrals for complex cases often route to the Anschutz Medical Campus about 70 miles north. Military families have Evans Army Community Hospital on Fort Carson as an additional option.
TRICARE is a significant part of the local insurance mix due to the military presence. For civilians, Connect for Health Colorado marketplace plans are available from Anthem and Cigna. Kaiser Permanente has a limited network in the Springs. Health First Colorado covers Medicaid-eligible residents.
Many providers in Colorado Springs, CO are accepting new patients. You can filter search results on FindClarity to show only providers currently accepting new patients. Availability changes frequently, so if a provider you are interested in is not currently accepting patients, check back or call their office to ask about waitlists.
Colorado Springs, CO is home to University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, Colorado College, and United States Air Force Academy. These institutions train physicians, dentists, therapists, and other healthcare professionals. Providers who trained locally often continue practicing in the area, contributing to the local healthcare workforce.
Yes. TRICARE covers care at many off-base providers throughout the city, particularly along Academy Boulevard and Powers Boulevard. You will need a referral from your PCM for most specialist visits under TRICARE Prime. TRICARE Select offers more flexibility to self-refer.
El Paso County has been growing faster than its primary care supply. New patient waitlists at some practices run several weeks. UCHealth and Optum urgent cares can bridge the gap while you establish a primary care relationship.