Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mears, Rheumatologist in Fruita, CO?
Dr. Jessica Mears, DO is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Fruita, CO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Mears is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mears’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mears’s office at (970) 858-2590.
What languages does Dr. Mears speak?
Dr. Mears and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Mears typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Mears 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. Mears. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- SLE
- Autoimmune Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3210: Systemic lupus erythematosus, organ or system involvement unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Atypical psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis-related joint condition
- Unspecified psoriatic arthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4059: Other psoriatic arthropathy
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Mears typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jessica Mears may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Mears' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mears accept my insurance?
Dr. Mears accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (970) 858-2590 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mears accept in Fruita, CO?
Dr. Mears in Fruita, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mears' office located?
Dr. Jessica Mears' Primary Practice
576 Kokopelli Blvd Unit D
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 858-2590
What is Dr. Mears's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mears's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447410568.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mears?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mears
What is Dr. Jessica Mears's specialty?
Dr. Mears is a Rheumatologist near Fruita, CO.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Jessica Mears affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mears is affiliated with Community Hospital - Grand Junction, Co, Intermountain Health - St. Mary's Regional Hospital, Southwest Health System - Cortez, Aspen Valley Hospital 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
When to see a Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jessica Mears accepting new patients in Fruita, CO?
Yes, Dr. Jessica Mears is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jessica Mears offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mears's office at (970) 858-2590 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jessica Mears?
Please contact Dr. Mears's office at (970) 858-2590 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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