Compare 9 oncologists in Boulder, CO. Check ratings, insurance, and availability.
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Boulder is a small city with an outsized focus on wellness, integrative medicine, and prevention. The healthcare culture here reflects the community itself: active, health-literate, and willing to blend conventional medicine with naturopathic and functional approaches. Boulder Community Health anchors the system, but much of the care here comes from independent practices.
Boulder has 9 oncologists. The most common credential is MD (100%). 100% are currently accepting new patients.
Boulder Community Health Foothills Hospital is the city's only acute care hospital, located on the north side of town along Arapahoe Avenue. Most medical offices line Broadway, Arapahoe, and the 28th Street corridor. For complex specialty care, many Boulder residents commute to the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, roughly 45 minutes east on Highway 36 and I-25.
Providers practice throughout Boulder. Pearl Street is downtown Boulder's main corridor with integrative medicine practices, wellness clinics, and walking access to Boulder Community Health. University Hill is adjacent to CU Boulder, with student health services and Wardenburg Health Center serving the campus population. North Boulder is a residential area with family practices along Broadway and proximity to Boulder Community Health Foothills Hospital. South Boulder is table Mesa and South Boulder Road corridors have established medical offices near the National Center for Atmospheric Research.
Nearby hospitals include Boulder Community Health Foothills Hospital, and UCHealth Longs Peak Hospital (nearby Longmont). Local training programs run through University of Colorado Boulder and Naropa University. Boulder County consistently ranks among the healthiest counties in the US, with high rates of physical activity and low obesity rates.
The first oncology visit takes 60 to 90 minutes. The oncologist will review your pathology reports, imaging, and medical history in detail. They will explain the type and stage of cancer, outline treatment options (surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, immunotherapy, or a combination), discuss expected side effects, and answer your questions. Many patients bring a family member or friend for support and to help remember details.
Many Boulder primary care providers offer longer appointment times than the national average. If you are coming from a larger city, you may notice a more conversational style of care. Bring any records from previous providers, since practices here often coordinate through fax rather than shared EHR systems.
See an oncologist after a cancer diagnosis or if cancer is suspected based on biopsy results, imaging, or blood work. Your primary care doctor or the physician who found the abnormality will refer you. Some patients also see oncologists for genetic cancer risk counseling if they have a strong family history. Do not delay scheduling after a referral, as early treatment improves outcomes for most cancers.
Office visit copay: $30-75 · Chemotherapy cycle: $1,000-12,000+ · Immunotherapy cycle: $5,000-20,000+ · PET scan: $1,000-6,000
Boulder, CO has 9 licensed oncologists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of oncologists in Boulder, CO are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
An office visit copay is $30 to $75. A chemotherapy cycle costs $1,000 to $12,000 or more. Immunotherapy cycles cost $5,000 to $20,000 or more. A PET scan runs $1,000 to $6,000. Actual costs in Boulder, CO depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Cancer treatment costs can be substantial even with insurance. Every major cancer center has financial counselors who can help navigate insurance, manufacturer assistance programs, and nonprofit grants. Ask for financial counseling early in treatment, not after bills arrive.
Boulder's provider mix is weighted toward primary care, integrative medicine, and sports medicine. For complex specialty care or surgery, most patients are referred to the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora or to hospitals in Longmont or Louisville. Boulder Community Health covers most routine and emergency needs locally.
44% of oncologists in Boulder, CO accept Medicare. Medicare covers cancer treatment, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and radiation. Cancer screenings (mammograms, colonoscopies) are covered at no cost. Oral cancer drugs are covered under Part D. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some oncologists in Boulder, CO accept Health First Colorado, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers cancer treatment in all states. The Breast and Cervical Cancer Prevention and Treatment Act provides Medicaid eligibility for women diagnosed through screening programs. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Health First Colorado participation before scheduling.
During active treatment, visits may be weekly or biweekly. After treatment, surveillance visits are typically every three to six months for the first two to three years, then annually. The schedule depends on cancer type and stage. With 9 oncologists in Boulder, CO, you can search on FindClarity to find a provider who fits your schedule.
Yes. Boulder has one of the highest concentrations of naturopathic, functional, and integrative medicine practitioners in Colorado. Many are licensed NDs or MDs who blend conventional and complementary approaches. Check whether your insurance covers these visits, as coverage varies widely by plan.
Boulder Community Health Foothills Hospital handles many surgical procedures locally. For complex cases, oncology, or subspecialty care, most patients are referred to the CU Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, Good Samaritan in Lafayette, or Longmont United Hospital.
Cancer treatment is covered under medical insurance, but costs can be substantial. Chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy may be covered under medical benefits (infusion) or pharmacy benefits (oral drugs). Prior authorization is required for most cancer medications. Ask about financial counseling services at your cancer center. Manufacturer copay programs, nonprofit grants, and hospital financial assistance can significantly reduce out-of-pocket costs.