Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Doctors | Meeker ...
Orthopedics • Leadville, CO • 1 (Meeker, CO - division of Pioneers Medical Center) locations
About
Colorado Advanced Orthopedics is a privately held medical practice based in Meeker, Colorado, specializing in advanced orthopedics, sports medicine, and spine care. Services highlighted include knee, hip, shoulder surgeries (including replacements and revision), shoulder and upper extremity procedures, hand/arm surgery, foot and ankle care, Achilles tendon repair, hamstring repairs, physical therapy, and ultrasound diagnostics. They operate with a small team (4 employees) and offer contact options via multiple phone numbers. If you’re seeking advanced orthopedic and sports medicine specialists in Meeker or nearby Leadville/Meeker area, this practice provides comprehensive orthopedic care under one roof.
Clinic Type
Orthopedics
Address
Meeker, Colorado
Phone
970-878-9752
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Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Team
Insurance & Payment
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Pay my bill, Insurance claims assistance
Languages Spoken
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Pricing
FAQs
What services does Colorado Advanced Orthopedics offer?
Orthopedic services including joint replacement, knee/hip/shoulder/ankle procedures, spine, hand/wrist/elbow, ultrasound diagnostics, physical therapy, and more.
How can I request an appointment?
Schedule an appointment via the website’s appointment scheduling page or call the clinic at the provided phone number.
Is there a patient portal available?
Yes, there is a Patient Portal accessible from their site.
Do they accept insurance and assist with claims?
The site indicates assistance with insurance claims as a benefit, but specific insurances are not listed.
Where is Colorado Advanced Orthopedics located?
Meeker, Colorado, a division of Pioneers Medical Center in the White River Valley.
Are there Healthgrades awards or recognitions?
Yes, Healthgrades awarded four 2026 honors including America’s Best for Joint Replacement and recognitions for total knee/hip replacement and overall joint replacement.
Awards & Accreditations
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- Sportsgrounds.us.com: 4.7 stars (reported) (14 reviews (reported))
- Birdeye (Parker/Lone Tree): 4.8 stars (951 reviews)
- Birdeye (Denver): 4.6 stars (10 reviews)
- Healthgrades (Dr. Kevin Borchard): 4.3 stars (6 reviews)
Patients praise
- highly skilled surgical techniques and fellowship-trained surgeons
- excellent surgical outcomes and recovery experiences particularly for joint replacements
- professional and caring bedside manner of specific physicians
- strong commitment to patient education and clear explanations
- superior clinical performance metrics compared to national averages
Common complaints
- long wait times for appointments
- unresponsive or difficult office staff management
- communication issues regarding prescription refills and messages
- inconsistent experiences across different practice locations
"Even with my health concerns, my knee surgery went extremely well, and recovery was better than expected."
— Colorado Advanced Orthopedics Website"I've had three surgeries in just over a year with Advanced Orthopedic... I have continued to pursue care with them because they know what they're doing and have remedied all that has ailed me."
— Birdeye Review"Dealing with the front office was a nightmare. I called many times and left messages and never heard back."
— Unilocal ReviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Colorado Native Dr. Joshua Mares Joins Colorado Advanced Orthopedics in Meeker | Special Sections | gjsentinel.com — Aug 20, 2025
- Colorado native Dr. Joshua Mares joins Colorado Advanced Orthopedics in Meeker | The Herald Times | Serving Meeker, Rangely, Dinosaur & Northwest Colorado — Sep 10, 2025
- Colorado Advanced Orthopedics adds orthopedic surgeon - Becker’s Spine Review — Aug 20, 2025
- Colorado Native Dr. Joshua Mares Joins the Colorado Advanced Orthopedics Team — Aug 21, 2025
- Orthopedic surgeons on the move in August - Becker’s Spine Review — Sep 2, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026.
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Orthopedic Centers of Colorado (OCC) is a Denver-based medical practice network founded in 2017, offering sports medicine and orthopedic care across 24 offices in Colorado. They position themselves as a coalition of top orthopedic physicians serving athletes, weekend warriors, and the general public, with a patient-empowered, collaborative care approach. Key details: - Industry: Medical Practices; Type: Partnership - Headquarters: Denver, CO; Founded: 2017; Employees: ~151 - Contact: info@occ-ortho.com; 866-506-7200 / +1 720-865-6087 - Locations: 24 offices across Colorado (examples include Aurora, Denver, Colorado Springs, Golden, Superior, etc.) - Notable: Recognized regionally (e.g., Best Orthopedic Practice in the Best of the Springs 2026 for OCC-CCOE) If you’re seeking top orthopedic/ sports medicine care in Colorado (including Leadville-area access via their statewide network), OCC offers a broad regional presence and a patient-centered approach.
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