Summary

Dr. Derek Purcell is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine, bringing 26 years of experience to his practice in Colorado Springs. He earned his medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine and has dedicated his career to helping patients with musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. Dr. Purcell speaks English and serves patients throughout the Colorado Springs area.

Dr. Purcell practices at multiple locations in Colorado Springs and maintains affiliations with Children's Hospital Colorado at Memorial Hospital Central. His expertise focuses on treating conditions such as osteoarthritis, knee osteoarthritis, and meniscus tears. He performs procedures including extremity X-rays, bursa aspiration, and bursa injections to help patients regain mobility and reduce pain. Patients have given Dr. Purcell an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 26 years of experience
  • 73 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Virginia School Of Medicine
  • 56 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 11 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Dr. Derek Brooks Purcell has 11 locations

Colorado Center Of Orthopaedic Excellence

2446 Research Pkwy Ste 200Colorado Springs, CO 80920
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Commonspirit Penrose Hospital

2222 N Nevada AveColorado Springs, CO 80907

Uchealth Grandview Hospital

5623 Pulpit Peak VwColorado Springs, CO 80918

Uchealth Memorial Hospital North

4050 Briargate PkwyColorado Springs, CO 80920

Colorado Center Of Orthopaedic Excellence

2430 Research Pkwy Ste 205Colorado Springs, CO 80920
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Uchealth Memorial Hospital Central

1400 E Boulder StColorado Springs, CO 80909

Saint Francis Hospital

6001 E Woodmen RdColorado Springs, CO 80923

Colorado Center Of Orthopaedic Excellence

1263 Lake Plaza DrColorado Springs, CO 80906
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Saint Francis Hospital Interquest

10860 New Allegiance DrColorado Springs, CO 80921

Surgical Center Of The Rockies Llc

2446 RESEARCH PKWY STE 100COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80920
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Commonspirit Penrose Hospital

2222 N Nevada Ave Ste 4007Colorado Springs, CO 80907

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Accepts New Patients
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26 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
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Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Derek Brooks Purcell

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1st Agency
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - EPO
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • Devoted Health
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicare
  • Liberty Mutual
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - PPO
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • NALC Health Benefit Plan
  • Optum Health
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • Physicians Mutual
  • SAMBA
  • Sanford Health Plan
  • Security Life
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - HSA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthOne

Medical Specialties

Dr. Derek Brooks Purcell has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Derek Brooks Purcell has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Injuries
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

Dr. Derek Brooks Purcell holds an active medical license in the state of Colorado.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Colorado that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Virginia School Of Medicine in 2000.

NPI Number

Dr. Purcell's NPI number is 1164478673.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Derek Purcell affiliated with?
Dr. Derek Purcell is affiliated with Childrens Hospital Colorado At Memorial Hospital Central.

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