Summary

General Surgery

Dr. Andersen graduated from Harvard University School of Medicine and completed his Residency in General Surgery at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center in 1996. He is licensed by the Colorado State Board and certified by the American Board of Surgery. He is a member of the Mesa County Medical Society and the Colorado Medical Society. Dr. Andersen has been practicing in Grand Junction since 1996, and joined Grand River Health in 2016.

Education

University of Colorado Health Sciences Center – Residency in General Surgery
Harvard Medical School
Doctor of Medicine University of Rochester – Bachelor of Science

Certifications

Certified by the American Board of Surgery
Professional Orgnizations
Colorado Medical Society
Mesa County Medical Society

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 35 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Vet Affairs Med Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Grand River Health Rifle

501 Airport RoadRifle, CO 81650
Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm

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35 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 54 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Rifle , COGlenwood Springs , COFort Morgan , COASPEN , CO
Med School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine Med School: Madras Medical College Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Craig Holger Andersen

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Providence Health Plans
  • SelectHealth
  • Sierra Health and Life
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • United Behavioral Health
  • United Behavioral Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Craig Holger Andersen has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Surgery

Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Colorado, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Vet Affairs Med Center
Vet Affairs Med Ctr, General Surgery

Medical School

Harvard Medical School, Boston, MassachusettsGraduated in 1991

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Craig Andersen affiliated with?
Dr. Craig Andersen is affiliated with Saint Marys Regional Hospital.
Does Dr. Craig Andersen accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Craig Andersen accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Craig Andersen's office located?
Dr. Craig Andersen's office is located at 501 Airport Road, Rifle, CO, 81650.
What languages does Dr. Craig Andersen speak?
Dr. Craig Andersen speaks English.
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