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Dr. Richard Ackerson, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 51
Dr. Richard Ackerson, MD
4.3 (6 Ratings)

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Dr. Richard Ackerson, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Fruita, CO.
Dr. Richard Ackerson, MD
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Dr. Richard Ackerson, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 51
Fruita, CO
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16 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Richard Ackerson, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Fruita, CO.

About

Dr. Ackerson graduated from University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences in 2008 and completed a residency at University Of Colorado Orthopaedic Surgery.Dr. Richard Ackerson, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Fruita, CO and has 16 years experience. Dr. Ackerson currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Intermountain Health St. Mary's Regional Hospital and Family Health West Hospital. Dr. Ackerson has experience treating conditions like Dupuytrens Contracture and De Quervain's Disease among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Ackerson received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 6 times. Dr. Ackerson's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Ackerson is board certified in Hand Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Dupuytrens Contracture
De Quervain's Disease
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Dupuytrens Contracture
De Quervain's Disease
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Joint Pain
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteophyte of Hand
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Carpal Tunnel Release
Excision of Ganglion
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand Fracture Treatment Open
Steroid Injection
Ankle Fracture
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Broken Neck
Bursitis
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Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Congenital Hand Anomaly
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Fracture
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Foot Fracture
Fracture
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Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gout
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Hand Fracture
Hip Fracture
Hip Pointer
Humerus Fracture
Joint Fracture
Knee Dislocation
Knee Sprain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Fracture
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Scapular Fracture
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Wrist Osteophyte
Arm Surgery
Bunion Surgery
De Quervain's Release
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Replacement
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand Fracture Treatment Closed
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Hand Tendon Repair
Hip Replacement
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Partial Hip Replacement
Peripheral Nerve Block
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
Synovial Biopsy
Trigger Finger Release
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Wrist Fusion
Wrist Replacement

Insurance Accepted

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  • Aetna
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
  • Cofinity
  • Anthem
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Choice Care PPO
  • Cigna

Locations

  1. 1 Family Health West
    300 W Ottley Ave, Fruita, CO 81521
  2. 2 Rocky Mountain Orthopaedic Associates PC
    627 25 1/2 Rd, Grand Junction, CO 81505

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Sep 28, 2023
Dr. Ackerson recently performed carpal tunnel surgery on my hand. My initial consultation was extremely thorough, and I was completely informed about my surgery and what to expect. The staff in the office were friendly and caring. They are also very efficient. The day of surgery went like clockwork. Dr. Ackerson and his team operated on me at Family Health West Hospital, and the care was exceptional. The aftercare has been excellent as well. My hand is almost completely healed and it functions like it's supposed to do. There is little or no scar to be seen. I'm grateful for the care I received.
— Sep 28, 2023
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
    2008
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Of Colorado Orthopaedic Surgery
    2013
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • UCLA Hand & Microvascular Surgery
    2014
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Ackerson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Ackerson's profile.

Dr. Ackerson frequently treats the following conditions: Dupuytrens Contracture and De Quervain's Disease. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Richard Ackerson, MD is affiliated with Intermountain Health St. Mary's Regional Hospital and Family Health West Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Richard Ackerson, MD holds board certification in Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Intermountain Health St. Mary's Regional Hospital

    2635 N 7th St, Grand Junction, CO

  • Family Health West Hospital

    300 W Ottley Ave, Fruita, CO