Vail Health Hospital – Vail
Vail Health Hospital serves the Vail community with a focus on Cardiology, Orthopedics, Urgent Care, and Surgery. The clinical team brings experience across a range of conditions and stays current with evolving treatment guidelines to deliver evidence-based care.
Continuity of care is a priority at Vail Health Hospital. Patients who return to the same provider benefit from accumulated clinical knowledge and a therapeutic relationship built on trust and mutual understanding.
Our Services
Cardiology
Our cardiologists specialize in the prevention and management of cardiovascular disease at every stage. From lifestyle-based risk reduction programs to advanced diagnostic imaging, we provide the full range of cardiac services under one roof.
Orthopedics
Persistent joint or muscle pain should not be ignored, and our orthopedic team is here to identify the root cause. We evaluate the spine, shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee, and ankle with equal expertise.
Urgent Care
When illness or injury strikes and your primary care physician is unavailable, our urgent care team is here. We handle a broad range of acute conditions efficiently, with shorter wait times than a typical ER.
Surgery
Our surgeons provide second opinions and collaborate with referring physicians to confirm that surgery is the appropriate intervention.
Patient Experience
Vail Health Hospital takes patient satisfaction seriously, and the results show. Reflects a clinic where the clinical team treats each patient as an individual rather than a case number, investing time in understanding context and history during every appointment.
Insurance & Payment
Vail Health Hospital participates in a wide network of insurance plans to serve the diverse needs of the Vail patient population. Prior authorizations, referrals, and insurance-related paperwork are handled by the administrative team to minimize disruption to the patient's care journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I reduce my risk of heart disease?
Key modifiable risk factors include smoking, high blood pressure, elevated LDL cholesterol, physical inactivity, excess body weight, and poorly controlled diabetes. Regular check-ups, medication when appropriate, and lifestyle modifications all contribute to meaningful risk reduction.
Is a stress test painful or risky?
Exercise stress tests are generally well-tolerated. Patients walk on a treadmill while heart activity is monitored. For those who cannot exercise adequately, pharmacological stress testing achieves the same diagnostic goals without physical exertion.
What symptoms should prompt a cardiology referral?
Chest pain or pressure, palpitations, unexplained shortness of breath, dizziness, fainting, and swelling in the legs are all symptoms that warrant evaluation by a cardiologist. A primary care provider can help determine whether a referral is appropriate.
Vail patients looking for a reliable provider will find Vail Health Hospital at 180 S Frontage Rd W, Vail, CO 81657. The practice can be reached at +1 970-476-2451 during business hours. The team is committed to prompt responses to patient inquiries.
Opening Hours
| Sun | 12:00AM–Open 24h |
