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Dr. Peter Scheffel, MD

Orthopedic Sports Medicine* Age 46
Dr. Peter Scheffel, MD
4.1 (18 Ratings)
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Dr. Peter Scheffel, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Surgery Specialist in Fruita, CO.
Dr. Peter Scheffel, MD
4.1 (18 Ratings)
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Dr. Peter Scheffel, MD

Orthopedic Sports Medicine* Age 46
Fruita, CO
Accepting new patients
18 years of experience
Dr. Peter Scheffel, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Surgery Specialist in Fruita, CO.

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Dr. Peter Scheffel, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Surgery Specialist in Fruita, CO and has 18 years experience. They graduated from University of Nevada At Reno in 2006 and completed a residency at University of Washington.They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Saint Marys Medical Center and Family Health West Hospital. At present, Dr. Scheffel received an average rating of 4.1/5 from patients and has been reviewed 18 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Scheffel is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Joint Pain
Somatic Nerve Block
Rotator Cuff Tear
Joint Pain
Somatic Nerve Block
Rotator Cuff Tear
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Bursitis
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Difficulty With Walking
Gait Abnormality
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Osteoarthritis
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Arthrocentesis
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Replacement
AC Joint Injury
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Impingement
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Broken Arm
Bursitis of Hip
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccygeal Pain
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Degenerative Disc Disease
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Ganglion Cyst
Genu Valgum
Genu Varum
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Herniated Disc
Hip Impingement
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Humerus Fracture
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Knee Dislocation
Knee Disorders
Knee Fracture
Knee Osteophyte
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Lupus
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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Meniscus Tear
Miner's Knee
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Fracture
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Fracture
Plantar Fasciitis
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Radiculopathy
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Runner's Knee
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Osteophyte
Snapping Hip
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Sternum Fracture
Systemic Chondromalacia
Thoracic Spinal Cord Injury
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Tibial Fracture
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
ACL Surgery
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arm Surgery
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Humerus
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Fracture Care
Hip Arthroscopy
Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Open
Hip Labral Repair
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Surgery
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Partial Hip Replacement
Patellar Tendon Repair
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Shoulder Replacement Revision
Spinal Fusion
Steroid Injection
Synovial Biopsy
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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    Blue Priority-CO HMO
    Colorado HMO
    Gold PathwayCO HMO
    Pathway-CO HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
    Blue Card PPO
  • Cigna PPO
    Open Access Plus
  • Choice Care PPO
    Choice POS
    National POS
  • Choice Plus POS
    Navigate HMO
    Navigate POS
    Nexus Open Access
    Options PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Family Health West
    300 W Ottley Ave, Fruita, CO 81521
  2. 2 Family Health West Primary Care
    401 Kokopelli Blvd Ste 1, Fruita, CO 81521
  3. 3 Rocky Mountain Orthopaedic Associates PC
    627 25 1/2 RD, Grand Junction, CO 81505

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4.1
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4 Stars (1)
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1 Star (4)

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Mar 16, 2022
Total reverse shoulder replacement. Amazing results and amazing recovery, good range of motion and so much less pain. I would certainly recommend.
— Mar 16, 2022
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Nevada At Reno
    2006
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Washington
    2011
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Sports Medicine, University Of Utah
    2012
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Peter Scheffel, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Scheffel's profile.

Dr. Peter Scheffel, MD is affiliated with Saint Marys Medical Center and Family Health West Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Peter Scheffel, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Saint Marys Medical Center

    2635 N 7th St, Grand Junction, CO

  • Family Health West Hospital

    300 W Ottley Ave, Fruita, CO