Browse nuclear medicine physicians in Colorado.
8
Nuclear Medicine Physicians
100%
Accepting patients
63%
Most common: MD
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Colorado has 8 licensed nuclear medicine physicians, which can make finding the right provider more challenging in some parts of the state. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is MD (63%), which stands for Doctor of Medicine. DO (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) is the second most common at 25%.
University of Colorado School of Medicine and Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine train nuclear medicine physicians in the state. Notable hospitals include UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital, Children's Hospital Colorado, and Denver Health Medical Center. Health systems such as UCHealth, SCL Health (Intermountain Health), and Centura Health employ many of the state's nuclear medicine physicians.
50% accept Medicare. Patients with Health First Colorado should verify coverage directly, as not all nuclear medicine physicians participate. The most widely accepted carriers include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-68781, qhp-93078, and qhp-20305.
Colorado consistently ranks among the healthiest states in the country, with one of the lowest obesity rates nationwide.
Colorado has 8 licensed nuclear medicine physicians. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of nuclear medicine physicians in Colorado 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 nuclear medicine physicians in Colorado include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-68781, qhp-93078, and qhp-20305. 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.
A PET/CT scan costs $1,000 to $6,000. A bone scan runs $500 to $2,000. A thyroid uptake scan costs $200 to $1,000. A cardiac nuclear stress test ranges from $500 to $3,000. Actual costs in Colorado depend on the provider and your insurance plan. PET scans almost always require prior authorization. Ensure the imaging center is in-network and that authorization is obtained before the study. Outpatient imaging centers may offer lower costs than hospital-based facilities.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Colorado has 8 nuclear 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 Colorado, 63% hold the MD credential and 25% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
50% of nuclear medicine physicians in Colorado accept Medicare. Medicare covers nuclear medicine studies when medically indicated. PET scans for cancer require prior authorization and must meet specific clinical criteria. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some nuclear medicine physicians in Colorado accept Health First Colorado, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers nuclear medicine studies in all states when medically necessary. Prior authorization is standard for PET scans and expensive studies. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Health First Colorado participation before scheduling.
Top accepted carriers in Colorado include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-68781, qhp-93078, and qhp-20305.
Nuclear medicine studies are covered under diagnostic imaging benefits. PET/CT scans almost always require prior authorization from your insurance company. Studies must be deemed medically necessary. Some insurers restrict PET scan coverage to specific cancer types or clinical scenarios. Verify authorization before the study to avoid unexpected costs.