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 Claire S. Schimke
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
- Get Directions
- 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
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
359 ratings, 29 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 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.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/4/2025
It is important to me that my doctor treat me like a partner in my health care, not merely as their patient. She listens to my concerns and encourages me to be a participating part of my health care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/3/2025
Dr Schimke always listens and explains throughly!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
She is the best doctor I’ve ever gone to in my life. She explains everything into detail and takes her time with her patients! I’ve very lucky to have found her!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2025
Addressed concerns
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/24/2025
Dr. Claire was caring and knew my history...and gave me excellent guidance. This is my second physical with Dr. Claire and I trust her guidance!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Concise. Efficient. Direct. Experienced.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2025
The doctor is very good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/11/2025
She listens to my input and respect my opinion
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2025
Excellent she actively listened to my concerns and provided the information I needed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2025
feel I now have a very caring and competent physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/5/2025
Dr. Schimke seemed to really care about me. she was not just doing her job. I trust her. (I have not trusted medical care lately)