Summary

Dr. Richard Ackerson is an orthopedic surgeon who earned his MD degree and completed his residency at University of Colorado Health. He specializes in orthopedic surgery with a focus on treating conditions affecting the upper extremities.

Dr. Ackerson practices at Family Health West Orthopedics & Sports Medicine in Fruita, Colorado. His expertise includes treating arthritis and carpal tunnel syndrome along with other nerve compression conditions. He also addresses various disorders affecting the fingers, hands, wrists, forearms, and elbows. Dr. Ackerson performs general orthopedic procedures and specializes in hand surgery. Patients rate him an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 11 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of Colorado Health
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Family Health West Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

300 W Ottley Ave Ste DFruita, CO 81521
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 - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients
4.6 
3.7 
48 Years of Experience 40 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
Fruita , COGrand Junction , COGrand Junction , COGrand Junction , CO
Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Richard M Ackerson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Monument Health Plans
  • Most Major Insurance
  • Rocky Mountain Health Plans
  • UMR
  • United

Medical Specialties

Richard M Ackerson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Richard M Ackerson has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • General Orthopedics
  • Herniated Disc
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Colorado Health.

NPI Number

Richard M Ackerson's NPI number is 1104091438.

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Richard Ackerson's office is located at 300 W Ottley Ave Ste D, Fruita, CO, 81521.
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