Summary

Dr. Joel Shobe treats back pain, back pain in children and teens, and back pain during pregnancy, and performs foraminotomy and lumbar laminectomy. He has practiced orthopedic surgery for 40 years and is affiliated with Centracare Saint Cloud Hospital.

Dr. Shobe completed his residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin and sees patients in Sartell and Saint Cloud, Minnesota. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Shobe 4.58 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 40 years of experience
  • 49 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Medical College Of Wisconsin
  • 33 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

    • Vitals Preferred Provider Award
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Office Locations

Dr. Joel C Shobe has 4 locations

Saint Cloud Orthopedic Associates

1901 Connecticut Ave SSartell, MN 56377
Mon7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

St. Cloud Orthopedics

3315 Roosevelt RdSaint Cloud, MN 56301

Saint Cloud Orthopedic

3315 Roosevelt Rd Ste 20bSaint Cloud, MN 56301
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

Centracare Saint Cloud Hospital

1406 6th Ave NSaint Cloud, MN 56303

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40 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 54 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Sartell , MNSartell , MNSavage , MNBuffalo , MN
Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine Med School: UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA MEDICAL SCHOOL
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joel C Shobe

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota - Medicaid
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Corvel
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • GEHA
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - HMO
  • HealthPartners - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Hennepin Health
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medica
  • Medica - HMO
  • Medica - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Nationwide
  • PreferredOne
  • PrimeWest Health
  • Progressive
  • South Country Health Alliance
  • South Country Health Alliance - Medicaid (Managed)
  • The Hartford - Workers’ Compensation
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Travelers
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UCare
  • UCare - HMO
  • UCare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UCare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joel C Shobe has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joel C Shobe has the following 17 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Dr. Joel C Shobe holds an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Medical College Of Wisconsin.

Medical School

Graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Shobe's NPI number is 1619907011.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Joel Shobe's office located?
Dr. Joel Shobe's office is located at 1901 Connecticut Ave S, Sartell, MN, 56377.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joel Shobe?
You can find contact information for Dr. Joel Shobe here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Joel Shobe affiliated with?
Dr. Joel Shobe is affiliated with Centracare Saint Cloud Hospital.
Does Dr. Joel Shobe accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Joel Shobe accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Joel Shobe accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Joel Shobe has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

Data Sources

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  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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