Sports Medicine Physicians Accepting CareFirst in Missouri
6 verified sports medicine physicians in Missouri accept CareFirst. Profiles cover focus areas including Neuromusculoskeletal Sports Medicine, Primary Care Sports Medicine, and Emergency Sports Medicine. Common hospital affiliations include Barnes-Jewish Hospital, University of Michigan Health, and St Josephs Hospital.


George Paletta, M.D.
Head Team Orthopedic Surgeon, St. Louis Cardinals
Sports Medicine
Chesterfield, MO


Eric Gifford, M.D.
Sports Medicine
Springfield, MO15+ years28+ pubs


Brian Mahaffey, MD
Medical Director, Mercy Sports Medicine
Sports Medicine
Ballwin, MO30+ years9+ pubs


David Crane, MD
Sports Medicine
Chesterfield, MO30+ years


Lyndon Gross, M.D., PH.D
Sports Medicine
Creve Coeur, MO


Alexander Schoofs, M.D.
Physician, Sports Medicine
Sports Medicine
Platte City, MO
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know these sports medicine physicians 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 sports medicine physicians 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 sports medicine physician that takes CareFirst?
Start with clinical fit. Profiles on this page mention focus areas including Neuromusculoskeletal Sports Medicine, Primary Care Sports Medicine, and Emergency Sports Medicine. 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.