Geriatric care Littleton CO and Arvada CO older adults and their families trust — that’s the specialized, compassionate medicine our physicians at Altitude Family & Internal Medicine provide. As we age, our healthcare needs become more complex, and having a physician who understands the unique challenges of aging makes all the difference. Our team is experienced in caring for older adults with multiple chronic conditions, complex medication regimens, and the full spectrum of age-related health concerns.
What Is Geriatric Care?
Geriatric care is primary care tailored to the specific needs of older adults — typically those 65 and older. It goes beyond treating individual conditions to consider how aging affects the whole person, including physical health, cognitive function, mobility, mental health, and quality of life. A physician experienced in geriatric medicine understands how medications interact differently in older bodies, how to balance aggressive treatment with quality of life, and how to involve family members and caregivers appropriately in the care process.
Our Geriatric Care Services in Littleton CO and Arvada CO
Our physicians provide comprehensive geriatric care services including:
- Medicare Annual Wellness Visits (AWV)
- Chronic disease management (diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, COPD)
- Polypharmacy review & medication management
- Cognitive screening & dementia care coordination
- Fall risk assessment & prevention
- Osteoporosis screening & management
- Depression & anxiety screening in older adults
- Advance care planning & goals of care conversations
- Coordination with specialists, home health & caregivers
Medicare Wellness Visits
Medicare covers an Annual Wellness Visit (AWV) at no cost to you — and it’s one of the most valuable preventive services available to older adults. During your AWV, your physician will review your health history, update your medications, screen for cognitive impairment and depression, assess fall risk, and develop or update your personalized prevention plan. Many patients are unaware they’re entitled to this visit — we make sure our Medicare patients take full advantage of it every year.
Geriatric Care Littleton CO — A Team That Takes Time
Older adults deserve a physician who doesn’t rush. At Altitude Family & Internal Medicine, we schedule longer appointment times for geriatric patients, welcome family members or caregivers to join visits, and communicate clearly about diagnoses, medications, and care plans. We understand that navigating healthcare can feel overwhelming as health needs grow more complex — and we’re here to make it simpler, safer, and more personal.
Accepting New Geriatric Patients in Littleton & Arvada
We welcome new older adult patients at both our Littleton and Arvada, CO locations. Whether you’re looking for a physician who specializes in geriatric care, need help managing multiple chronic conditions, or want to establish care with a practice that truly understands the needs of aging adults, our team is ready for you.
Schedule a Geriatric Care Appointment
Call us at (303) 730-2167 or book online today using the orange button at the top of this page. Same-day and next-day appointments are often available.