
Claire S. Schimke, MD
Family Medicine
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Infant 0-1
- Child 2-12
- Adolescent 13-18
- Adult 19-64
- Older Adult >65
Gender
FemaleAbout
About The Provider
Dr. Claire Schimke is a family medicine physician in Thornton. She earned her undergraduate degree in psychobiology from Binghamton University in Binghamton, New York, and her medical degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. She completed a family medicine residency at Rose Medical Center in Denver, Colorado.
Board certified in family medicine, Dr. Schimke has a special interest in pediatric and adolescent medicine, sports medicine and preventive and mental health.
"Every person's health concerns matter, no matter how big or how small."
When not at work, Dr. Schimke enjoys spending time with her husband and children. Depending on the season, she can be found snowboarding, gardening or biking.
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Locations
- Larkridge Clinic
- 16570 Washington Street, Thornton, CO 80023
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- Phone: 303-689-6600
- Fax: 303-689-6601
Expertise
Education
- Residency: University of Colorado at Denver, Family Medicine, 2005
- Medical School: Case Western Reserve University, 2002
Board Certifications
- Family Medicine: American Board of Family Medicine, 2005
Licensed States
- License ID: DR.0041980, State: CO
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
Reviews
4.9 of 5 stars
450 Ratings, 52 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 9/28/2026
Dr. Schimke is very easy to talk to and unlike many physicians, she actually listens. We formulate a plan,together, that allows me to be my best self.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2026
A phenomenal doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2026
Listen to me and we make decisions together about my care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/14/2026
Dr Schimke took her time with me and I feel she listened and addressed all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2026
As I stated earlier she is compassionate and very caring for her patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2026
I appreciate that she always listens to my concerns and makes me an integral part of my health care process.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/23/2026
I'm so thankful for her professional and expert care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2026
Thank you for never changing his kindness to the patient and for dedicating the necessary time to him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2026
She’s wonderful!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2026
She is the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/10/2026
Love her as my Dr
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/10/2026
I just find her to be a wonderful doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/27/2026
She made me feel seen. I really liked her. I’m usually afraid of doctors. She made me feel relaxed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2026
She is very easy to work with and a good listener,
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/20/2026
She is the absolute best doctor I have ever had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2026
She listens to me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/14/2026
Dr. Schimke listens to me and involves me in decision making about my care and health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2026
Great Doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2026
Great doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2026
Dr Schimke is always helpful with questions I may have. Her professional knowledge and advice is appreciated.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/29/2026
She’s great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2026
She is always pleasant and makes sure my bloodwork and vaccines are up to date. She answers my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2026
Always listens
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/24/2026
She is easy to talk to and honest in her comments.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2026
Love Dr Schumer, she is caring and listening
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2026
Dr. Schimke is very informative, professional, and also made me feel very relaxed and comfortable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/11/2026
She was very thorough and understanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/11/2026
She is a great listener and very thorough. We worked together to determine my recovery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/9/2026
She was great , made me feel comfortable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2026
Dr Schimke is exceptionally caring and very professional. I am very grateful for her care and compassion.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2026
Great Doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2026
She's amazing listening and communicator. At the end of the visit, she summarized our discussion and next steps. I'm super pleased.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2026
Dr. Schimke is efficient without being impersonal.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/22/2026
Love her to pieces
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/9/2026
She is always so amazing!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2026
She was an excellent provider. She is a very good, attentive listener and made me feel heard and supported during the appointment. She took time to review my concerns thoughtfully, answered my questions clearly, and made the visit feel collaborative rather than rushed. I felt comfortable discussing sensitive topics, and I appreciated her balanced, calm approach. I’m very glad to have found her and look forward to continuing care with her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/21/2026
She is exceptional and the reason I stay and Intermountain health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2026
She is great. Wouldn't want to change physicians
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2026
very knowledgeable and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/3/2026
Very knowledgeable, very approachable, good listener, included me in decisions. Overall outstanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/2/2026
Always like having her as a primary care physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/1/2026
Always makes me feel welcome. Really cares about needs and issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/31/2025
Highly recommend
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/29/2025
Dr Schimke is very caring. She understands what I'm going through with my partner in a memory care place.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2025
She is excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/15/2025
She knows and takes good care of my things that are wrong
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/29/2025
She was very caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
She’s very easy to talk to and discuss issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
She is not rushed. She takes the time necessary to thoroughly address the concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/17/2025
She always listens to my needs; she really cares about me as a person.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
Dr Schimke always takes the time to listen to me regarding my health issues and always has a care plan for me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2025
I appreciate the fact that she truly listens to my concerns. And how thorough she is in addressing those concerns.