Office: Pueblo Family Physicians
Overall Experience Review
When I first switched over to Pueblo Family Physicians, I was honestly hesitant and a little sad to leave my previous provider. That relationship had been a very positive one, but my husband and I began using PrEP, and my prior provider didn't offer that type of care--so we made the move to Pueblo.
From the start, I was not impressed with the office staff. Their demeanor was consistently unwelcoming, disengaged, and at times outright rude. However, the reason I've stayed is because of the providers themselves. Scott and Tray are truly exceptional. They are respectful, attentive, and clear in their communication, and I genuinely appreciate every appointment I have with them.
Unfortunately, my positive experience with the providers has been repeatedly overshadowed by the front office staff. On more than one occasion, I've checked in and sat in the waiting room for over an hour, only to later find out I was never actually checked in. This has happened not only to me but also to my husband--even when he was the first patient to arrive that day.
A recent phone interaction further confirmed my concerns. I called to schedule my 3-month appointment and follow up on a prescription that had been pending for over two weeks. The first staff member I spoke to was difficult to understand and informed me that I already had an appointment scheduled. I assumed I had forgotten I booked it and moved on to ask about my prescription. She transferred me to someone else, who told me I did not have an appointment. I was transferred back and told, "Oh, I'm sorry--I was reading someone else's chart." This wasn't just frustrating--it was concerning.
That same day, I was told a message would be sent to the provider regarding my medication. I waited all day for a response and eventually called back around 4:00 PM. I was told the message was sent, but there was no confirmation the provider had seen it. I was promised a follow-up call in 10-15 minutes, which I never received.
The next morning, still without a response or prescription filled, I called again. I spoke with the same staff member and was told that my refill was denied because I hadn't completed blood work. I informed her that I had completed my blood work three months ago--she then said, "Oh yeah, I see that now. The chart I was looking at wasn't yours. It said the last blood work was in 2022." Again--wrong patient.
I asked to speak with the office manager to express my concerns, especially regarding the repeated incidents of sharing another patient's medical information with me. Her response was dismissive and lacked any empathy. She made excuses and said, "Well, they didn't share the name or date of birth, so it doesn't matter." As someone who works in the behavioral health field, I know this is a clear HIPAA concern. Even without a name, discussing patient chart details with the wrong individual is unacceptable.
Because of the continued errors, lack of professionalism, and the way patient information is handled, I have filed a complaint with the Medical Board. I am genuinely concerned that if this happened to me more than once, it could be happening to others as well.
To be clear: the providers and their nursing staff are the only reason I continue to come to this office. If the front desk staff showed even a fraction of the same care, attention, and respect, this would be an outstanding practice. But unfortunately, the front office continues to undermine the trust and quality care the providers work so hard to give. read more