CA
28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Andersen, Surgeon in Grand Junction, CO?
Dr. Craig Andersen, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Grand Junction, CO with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Andersen completed his residency at Vet Affairs Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Andersen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Andersen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Andersen’s office at (970) 243-0900.
Where did Dr. Andersen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vet Affairs Med Ctr, General Surgery | Vet Affairs Med Center
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Andersen board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Craig Andersen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Andersen speak?
Dr. Andersen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Andersen treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Andersen diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Andersen. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Primary Hyperparathyroidism
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Familial isolated hyperparathyroidism
- Overactive Parathyroid Gland
- High Parathyroid Hormone
- PTH Overproduction
ICD-10 Codes:
- E210: Primary hyperparathyroidism
- E213: Hyperparathyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Ventral Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
What procedures does Dr. Andersen perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Andersen performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Andersen. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Parathyroid Gland Removal or Exploration
- Parathyroidectomy
- Parathyroid Gland Surgery
- Hyperparathyroidism Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 60500: Parathyroidectomy or exploration of parathyroid(s);
Also known as:
- Total Thyroid Removal
- Removal of One Side of Thyroid Gland
- Complete thyroidectomy
- Thyroid gland removal
- Thyroid surgery
- Unilateral Thyroid Lobectomy
- Thyroid Lobe Removal
- Partial Thyroidectomy
- Isthmusectomy
CPT Codes:
- 60240: Thyroidectomy, total or complete
- 60220: Total thyroid lobectomy, unilateral; with or without isthmusectomy
Also known as:
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
CPT Codes:
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Removal of Large Soft Tissue Tumor (Back/Flank)
- Subcutaneous Tumor Excision (Back)
- Flank Tumor Removal
- Large Soft Tissue Mass Excision
- Back Tumor Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21931: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subcutaneous; 3 cm or greater
Does Dr. Andersen accept my insurance?
Dr. Andersen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (970) 243-0900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Andersen accept in Grand Junction, CO?
Dr. Andersen in Grand Junction, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Andersen's office located?
Dr. Craig Andersen's Primary Practice
2440 N 11th St
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 243-0900
What is Dr. Andersen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Andersen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164535340.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Andersen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Andersen
What is Dr. Craig Andersen's specialty?
Dr. Andersen is a Surgeon near Grand Junction, CO. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Andersen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Craig Andersen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Andersen is affiliated with Intermountain Health - St. Mary's Regional Hospital, Community Hospital - Grand Junction, CO, Southwest Health System - Cortez which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Craig Andersen accepting new patients in Grand Junction, CO?
Yes, Dr. Craig Andersen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Craig Andersen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Andersen's office at (970) 243-0900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Craig Andersen?
Please contact Dr. Andersen's office at (970) 243-0900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Craig Andersen have?
Dr. Craig Andersen is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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