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Orthopaedic Surgeons Accepting CareFirst in New Mexico

13 verified orthopaedic surgeons in New Mexico accept CareFirst. Profiles cover focus areas including Hand & Upper Extremity, Sports Medicine, and Spine Surgery. Common hospital affiliations include Unm Hospital, University of New Mexico Hospital, and Carrie Tingley Hospital.

Nathan Morrell

Nathan Morrell, M.D.

Tenured Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery; Director, Hand Surgery Fellowship Program

Orthopaedics

Albuquerque, NM15+ years
Deana Mercer

Deana Mercer, MD

Professor, Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation, University of New Mexico School of Medicine

Orthopaedics

Albuquerque, NM20+ years
Andrew Veitch

Andrew Veitch, MD

Professor, Vice Chair of Clinical Affairs, Head Team Physician Lobo Athletics, Department of Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation, University of New Mexico School of Medicine

Orthopaedics

Albuquerque, NM20+ years
Douglas Allen

Douglas Allen, M.D.

Orthopaedics

Albuquerque, NM20+ years
Adam Wilson

Adam Wilson, MD

Orthopaedics

Taos, NM15+ years
William Ritchie

William Ritchie, M.D.

Orthopaedics

Albuquerque, NM30+ years
Gehron Treme

Gehron Treme, MD

Professor, SOM - Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation

Orthopaedics

Albuquerque, NM20+ years
David Chafey

David Chafey, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgical Oncologist, University of New Mexico School of Medicine

Orthopaedics

Albuquerque, NM20+ years
Russell Clark

Russell Clark, MD

Hip and Knee Orthopedic Surgery

Orthopaedics

Hobbs, NM20+ years
Selina Silva

Selina Silva, MD

Residency Program Director, Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopaedics

Albuquerque, NM20+ years
Samuel Tabet

Samuel Tabet, M.D.

Clinical Associate Professor, University of New Mexico; Director, New Mexico Cartilage Restoration Center; Director, NM Orthopaedics Arthroscopy and Sports Medicine Fellowship

Orthopaedics

Rio Rancho, NM30+ years
Elizabeth Mikola

Elizabeth Mikola, MD

SOM - Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation

Orthopaedics

Albuquerque, NM30+ years
Samer Kakish

Samer Kakish, FRCS(TR & ORTH), MSC

Orthopaedics

Albuquerque, NM20+ years

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know these orthopaedic surgeons accept CareFirst?
Each profile on this page lists CareFirst among its accepted health plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.
What CareFirst plans do these orthopaedic surgeons accept?
Plan-level detail (PPO, HMO, EPO, Medicare Advantage, etc.) varies by specialists. Open a specific provider profile to see the exact CareFirst plans they've published as accepted.
What should I look for when picking a orthopaedic surgeon that takes CareFirst?
Start with clinical fit. Profiles on this page mention focus areas including Hand & Upper Extremity, Sports Medicine, and Spine Surgery. Then verify the specific CareFirst plan you carry, compare credentials and affiliations, and check whether the profile mentions accepting new patients.
How do I narrow this list to my city?
Use the city links below to drill into a specific market — coverage and wait times vary by region even within the same state.