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Erik Arhelger, MD

Erik Arhelger, MD

Optum Provider

Specialty

Family Medicine

Languages

English

Seeing patients at

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113 reviews

    • Reviewed on Jul 22, 2026
    • Verified Review

    I'll just specifically mention that he always responds quickly to any messages (questions) I send via the app.

    • Reviewed on Jul 21, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Very honest and up front communicator, he tells it like it is.

    • Reviewed on Jul 21, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Knowledgeable, caring, good listener.

    • Reviewed on Jul 18, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Love the doctor!

    • Reviewed on Jul 2, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr. Arhelger went above and beyond in researching and learning to preform a new procedure to help determine next steps in figuring out what is wrong with me.

    • Reviewed on Jul 1, 2026
    • Verified Review

    He is easy to talk to.

    • Reviewed on Jun 30, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Mostly very satisfied with the care received, but wish Dr. Arhelger could give more advice and direction on some matters, rather than just providing a referral to a specialist.

    • Reviewed on Jun 26, 2026
    • Verified Review

    He is very professional.

    • Reviewed on Jun 25, 2026
    • Verified Review

    He is thorough and very responsive to concerns and requests.

    • Reviewed on Jun 24, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Professional, kind and compassionate.

    • Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026
    • Verified Review

    I felt he took a minute to listen and digest what my concerns were. Much appreciated.

    • Reviewed on Jun 18, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Easy going and friendly, responds to all questions.

    • Reviewed on Jun 15, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Professional, to the point, easy to talk to

    • Reviewed on Jun 13, 2026
    • Verified Review

    He explains what he finds and provides good treatment options. He also gets back quickly if you have questions.

    • Reviewed on Jun 12, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Friendly and thorough, checks on concerns, discusses drugs and supplements, treatment plans, etc. Very quick to respond to follow-up questions. Incorporates fitness, diet, etc. advice and plans for overall well-being without jumping to drugs for everything.

    • Reviewed on Jun 11, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Personable and patient personality and he listens to his patients.

    • Reviewed on Jun 5, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Answered all my question and got back with me promptly.

    • Reviewed on Jun 4, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Excellent at diagnosis and explaining alternatives. Very friendly and easy to discuss concerns.

    • Reviewed on May 27, 2026
    • Verified Review

    I greatly appreciate his professionalism and his ability to connect and clearly share results and next steps

    • Reviewed on May 22, 2026
    • Verified Review

    He is frank, objective and I feel he understands my health objectives.

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  • About Erik Arhelger, MD

    Dr. Arhelger enjoys Colorado's many outdoor activities. In his free time, he works out, travels, skis, mountain bikes, camps, and plays video games.

    Philosophy of care

    Dr. Arhelger works closely with his patients to make decisions together. He wants to do what's best for each patient who comes to him for care.

    Gender

    Male

    Board certifications

    American Board of Family Medicine

    Licenses

    CO, DR0060966

    Employed or contracted

    Employed

    Network Name

    OptumCare Network of Colorado

    NPI

    1821291162