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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Colson, Internist in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Ronald Colson, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Colson is currently affiliated with Childrens Hospital Colorado. Dr. Colson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Colson’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Colson’s office at (720) 848-0000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Colson?
Dr. Ronald Colson, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Colson empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Aurora, CO community, Dr. Colson is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Colson board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ronald Colson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Colson speak?
Dr. Colson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Colson typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Colson 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. Colson. 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.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Subacute Cough
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Lingering cough
- Persistent cough (medium term)
- Prolonged cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R052: Subacute cough
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Colson typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ronald Colson may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Colson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Colson accept my insurance?
Dr. Colson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (720) 848-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Colson accept in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Colson in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Colson's office located?
What is Dr. Colson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Colson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144214099.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Colson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Colson
What is Dr. Ronald Colson's specialty?
Dr. Colson is a Internist near Aurora, CO.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Ronald Colson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Colson is affiliated with Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ronald Colson accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?
Yes, Dr. Ronald Colson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ronald Colson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Colson's office at (720) 848-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ronald Colson?
Please contact Dr. Colson's office at (720) 848-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ronald Colson have?
Dr. Ronald Colson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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