
Matthew J. Applegate, MD
Internal Medicine
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult 19-64
- Older Adult >65
Gender
MaleHospital Affiliation
- Saint Joseph Hospital
About Matthew J. Applegate
About The Provider
A Colorado native, Dr. Applegate attended the University of Colorado at Boulder for his undergraduate studies. He earned his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Colorado – Denver in Aurora. Dr. Applegate completed an internal medicine residency with SCL Health – St. Joseph Hospital in Denver. As a board certified internal medicine provider, Dr. Applegate’s clinical interests include preventive medicine and elder care.
“I learned to appreciate the need for primary care and continuity. This desire to serve drove me to apply to medical school. In medical school, I was a founding member of the DAWN Clinic, a clinic dedicated to underserved persons in Aurora and continue to serve on the board of directors.”
When not working, Dr. Applegate enjoys movies and tv shows (he actually collects DVDs and even a few VHS), pub trivia, cooking and baking.
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Locations
- Denver Midtown Clinic - Primary Care
- 1960 North Ogden Street, Suite 120, Denver, CO 80218
- Get Directions
- phone: 303-318-3840
- fax: 303-812-5163
Expertise
Education
- Residency: Intermountain Health Saint Joseph Hospital, Internal Medicine, 2021
- Medical School: University of Colorado School of Medicine, 2018
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2021
Insurance
- Aetna
- Anthem BCBS
- Cigna
- Clear Spring
- Cofinity
- Colorado Access
- CorVel
- Coventry
- Denver Health
- First Health/Coventry
- Friday Health Plans
- Humana
- InnovAge PACE
- Kaiser (limited coverage)
- Meritain via Aetna Network
- Pinnacol Assurance
- Prime Health Services Inc
- Rocky Mountain Health Plans
- SCL Lutheran Hospice
- Three Rivers Provider Network
- TriWest
- United Healthcare
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
362 ratings, 62 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2026
Appreciate all of his work and him as a caring and helpful doctor:)
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
I feel like Dr. Applegate focus on my medical needs. He is very compassionate, empathetic and respectful. He explain things clearly and takes the time to listen to me and allow me to ask question for my understanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2026
He's a great PCP. I feel lucky to have him taking care of my medical needs.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/21/2026
Always listens and cares
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/19/2026
He is competent, professional and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2026
Offered good resources. Caring Dr.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2026
I feel well taken care of and referred as necessary.He listens
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2025
I always feel better after my appointments.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Very thorough, cares about his patients
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Dr. Applegate always kind, knowledgeable, and professional. Compassionate as well. He's an asset to Intermountain Health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/8/2025
He is such a good doctor ! Very kind and caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2025
humanitarian and empathetic doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/29/2025
Very thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/23/2025
Very caring physician with great follow up.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/22/2025
Very thorough and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
I can easily talk to Dr. Applegate and he listens in a way that makes me feel very comfortable! I respect and trust him highly!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
He listens and explains so I understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2025
Very thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2025
He is awesome!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/20/2025
Dr. Applegate is very communicative and thorough in addressing patients medical needs.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/12/2025
DR. Applegate takes time and listens and follows up promptly. I feel well taken care of
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2025
Very good and hope for doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2025
Dr Applegate is very attentive during the entire appointment and offers advice for any problem I might be having. He also suggests possibilities for treatment if something should come up in the future and has let me know about other resources connected to the Internal medicine practice. I am more than satisfied with the care I receive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
very pleasant interaction
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/29/2025
Very good at explaining options for care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/29/2025
He is a great listener- and provides most current practice options for my issues
- No RatingReviewed on 8/24/2025
Listened to my needs
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/24/2025
answered my questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/18/2025
Dr. Applegate listens to you carefully and interacts in a clear and pleasant manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/18/2025
I highly recommend Dr Applegate to anyone that takes their health seriously. He is a fantastic doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2025
Dr Applegate is easy to talk to.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2025
Love Dr. Applegate
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/11/2025
He takes time with me he referred me to get the help I need for whatever I am experiencing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2025
Excellent Dr Applegate listens and responds with care and respect.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/3/2025
Thank you, Dr. Applegate, for your cheerful demeanor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2025
Dr Applegate was very thoughtful and provided good counsel and information.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2025
From my very first appointment with Dr. Applegate I felt very comfortable with him. He asked many questions about all of my health problems, being sure to include each problem. To this must recent visit, he covered the main topics about my health needs but asked several times if there was any things else t that I needed to cover
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/28/2025
Dr. Applegate was very kind and engaged in our conversation, I really enjoyed visiting with him and felt that he did care about my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/27/2025
Great and a good doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
Dr. Applegate is kind patient and is so good at explaining everything. I feel so much better after discussing my issues with him.Thank you Dr. Applegate
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2025
Dr Applegate is a very good doctor and person
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2025
Doctor Applegate provides top notch care and keeps the patients perspective in kind when it comes to cost and finances associated with tests.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2025
Was good overall
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/6/2025
Dr Applegate made me feel that me feel that my medical issues and needs were listened to, evaluated and treated with respect. I'm lucky to find Dr.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2025
Dr. Applegate is a caring doctor who makes his patients at ease during their visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2025
Very thorough pre- op visit. Had obviously reviewed my chart.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2025
I wish every doctor was as good as Dr. Applegate: kind, knowledgeable, excellent listener, professional, understanding, demonstrates exceptional follow through. I trust him!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
I never hesitate to ask Dr. Applegate anything. He always listens and explains things in a professional and easy for me to understand manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2025
Dr Applegate is a great doctor. Always listens to what I have to say and comes up with a plan.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/14/2025
The diagnosis and treatment were very accurate.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/14/2025
He cares about me as a person & I really appreciate how much he cares about my health.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2025
Dr Applegate recommended further tests and specialized doctors to help determine a remedy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/8/2025
Very good doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/7/2025
I feel very good about my appointment with Matthew Applegate and am very pleased with the attention I received. We had a good discussion about a number of topics and I got all my questions answered. Dr Applegate is very dedicated to his work and I feel in good hands when I speak with him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
He takes alot of time with me explaining things and trying to find the best meds and referrals for me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/25/2025
I am a new patient to him. He had obviously reviewed my previous records at this clinic and already considered changes that might be helpful. I very much appreciated his thoroughness and informative approach.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2025
Cannot think of anything.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2025
Five stars to Dr Applegate
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2025
Very helpful and smart
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2025
So appreciate DR Applegate and team! Thank you. Comforting healthcare.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/19/2025
Dr. Applegate really cares! Thank you for your concern and empathy!