Summary

Dr. Joel Schaefer is a surgeon who specializes in trauma surgery with nearly three decades of experience in the field. He earned his medical degree from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Florida Health. With 29 years of practice, Dr. Schaefer brings extensive expertise to complex surgical cases. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Schaefer practices at Saint Marys Regional Hospital and maintains locations in Rifle, Colorado and Butte, Montana. He treats patients with lumbar herniated discs and degenerative disc disease. His surgical expertise includes herniated disc surgery and lumbar spinal fusion procedures. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 3.7
  • 29 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Florida Health
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Joel Wesley Schaefer has 2 locations

Grand River Health Rifle

501 Airport RoadRifle, CO 81650

Saint James Healthcare

400 S Clark StButte, MT 59701

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SurgeryUrologyNeurological SurgerySurgery
3.7 
3.7 
3.7 
29 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 51 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Rifle , COColumbia , SCRifle , COGlenwood Springs , CO
Med School: University Of New Mexico School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joel Wesley Schaefer

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • SelectHealth
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joel Wesley Schaefer has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joel Wesley Schaefer has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Breast Diseases
  • Critical Care
  • Digestive System Abnormalities
  • Endocrine Disorders
  • Hernia
  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD)
  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Liver Diseases
  • Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
  • Other
  • Trauma Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

Dr. Joel Wesley Schaefer 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

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Florida Health.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of New Mexico School Of Medicine in 1997.

NPI Number

Dr. Schaefer's NPI number is 1558474676.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Joel Schaefer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Joel Schaefer has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Joel Schaefer affiliated with?
Dr. Joel Schaefer is affiliated with Saint Marys Regional Hospital.
Does Dr. Joel Schaefer accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Joel Schaefer accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Joel Schaefer accepting new patients?
Dr. Joel Schaefer has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Joel Schaefer speak?
Dr. Joel Schaefer speaks English and Spanish.

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