Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sturges, Family Medicine Specialist in Grand Junction, CO?
Dr. Paul Sturges, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Grand Junction, CO. He is board certified. Dr. Sturges graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Loma Linda University Medical Center Program. Dr. Sturges is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sturges’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sturges’s office at (970) 245-1220.
Where did Dr. Sturges go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loma Linda University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Sturges board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Paul Sturges, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sturges speak?
Dr. Sturges and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sturges typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sturges 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. Sturges. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- PSA Test
- Prostate Exam
- Prostate Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sturges typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sturges 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. Sturges. 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:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
- 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
Also known as:
- Skin Tag Removal (Up to 15)
- Fibrocutaneous Tag Excision
- Multiple Skin Tag Removal
- Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11200: Removal of skin tags, multiple fibrocutaneous tags, any area; up to and including 15 lesions
Also known as:
- Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
- Impacted earwax removal
- Ear lavage
- Ear syringing
CPT Codes:
- 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Sturges accept my insurance?
Dr. Sturges accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (970) 245-1220 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sturges accept in Grand Junction, CO?
Dr. Sturges 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Intermountain Health
Medicare
State of Colorado
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Sturges' office located?
Dr. Paul Sturges' Primary Practice
3150 N 12th St
Grand Junction, CO 81506
(970) 245-1220
What is Dr. Sturges's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sturges's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437132982.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sturges?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sturges
What is Dr. Paul Sturges's specialty?
Dr. Sturges is a Family Medicine Specialist near Grand Junction, CO.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Paul Sturges affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sturges is affiliated with Community Hospital - Grand Junction, Co, Intermountain Health - St. Mary's Regional Hospital, Southwest Health System - Cortez, Uchealth University Of Colorado 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Paul Sturges accepting new patients in Grand Junction, CO?
Yes, Dr. Paul Sturges is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Sturges offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sturges's office at (970) 245-1220 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Sturges?
Please contact Dr. Sturges's office at (970) 245-1220 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Sturges have?
Dr. Paul Sturges is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
Other Family Medicine Specialist Near Grand Junction, CO
Family Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Michael Pramenko, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Grand Junction, CO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified.
Grand Junction, CO
Family Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Monique Morisseau, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Grand Junction, CO with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified.
Grand Junction, CO
Family Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Britta Czapla, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Grand Junction, CO with 1 additional practice location.
Grand Junction, CO