Dr. Kristina M. Puls

Family Medicine
Western Valley Family Practice PC
281 N Plum St, 
Fruita, CO 
Western Valley Family Practice PC
281 N Plum St, 
Fruita, CO 

Overview

Kristina Puls is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Fruita, Colorado.

Her clinical expertise encompasses Sirenomelia, Collins Pope Syndrome, Cleft Hand Absent Tibia, and Acropectoral Syndrome.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 10 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Family Medicine

Hospital Affiliations

Intermountain Health St. Mary's Regional Hospital
Community Hospital
Family Health West Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
  • EPO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
MDwise
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Meridian Choice
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
Rocky Mountain Health Plan
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • PPO
SelectHealth
  • HMO
  • POS
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Trustmark
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Western Valley Family Practice PC
281 N Plum St, Fruita, CO 81521

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

10 Total Publications

Mechanistic Insights into G Protein-Biased κ-Opioid Receptor Signaling Using Dual-Charged Naltrexamine Amides.
Mechanistic Insights into G Protein-Biased κ-Opioid Receptor Signaling Using Dual-Charged Naltrexamine Amides.
Journal: Journal of medicinal chemistry
Published: February 05, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kristina M. Puls

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kristina M. Puls?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Kristina M. Puls by calling their office at 970-858-9894. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Kristina M. Puls a top-rated expert for Sirenomelia?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kristina M. Puls is classified as an Experienced expert for Sirenomelia, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Kristina M. Puls specialize in?

While Dr. Kristina M. Puls is a Family Medicine, they have specific expertise in Sirenomelia, Collins Pope Syndrome, and Cleft Hand Absent Tibia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Family Medicine.

Does Dr. Kristina M. Puls participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Kristina M. Puls has published 10 articles and abstracts on conditions like Sirenomelia. You can view a list of Dr. Kristina M. Puls's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Kristina M. Puls accept my insurance?

Dr. Kristina M. Puls accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 970-858-9894 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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