What to Expect at a Specialty Appointment
Knowing what to expect at your first appointment will help make the process more pleasant for both you and your pet.
Fill Out a New Patient Form Prior to Arrival
Please fill out the appropriate New Patient Form online in advance to maximize your pet's appointment time. Please try to provide as much detail as possible.
Check-in For Your Appointment
When you arrive for your appointment you are welcome to come to the front desk or call (303) 424-6423 to check-in. Our reception staff will instruct you on the next steps for your appointment.
Examination, Diagnosis & Treatment
A full examination and any required testing will be done. Once your pet has been assessed, the doctor will talk to you personally (and explain your pet’s condition) outside or in the lobby. Your veterinary specialist will work with you to determine a treatment plan for your pet.
After your visit, we will also contact your primary care veterinarian and provide a detailed written report about your appointment and treatment plan.
Our Pet Care Philosophy
We are an extension of your primary care veterinarian at those times when unique medical care is required. We proudly serve pet owners and veterinarians in North Denver, Boulder, Westminster, Thornton, Broomfield, Northglenn and the surrounding areas by providing advanced-level services and procedures not generally available in family practice.
We will work closely with your family veterinarian and our network of specialists to provide the best course of treatment for your pet.
Pet Owner Resources
Click on the links below to view or access resources for pet owners.
Financing Options | Financing options to help manage pet care expenses.
New Patient Forms | Online form for the information we need at your pet's first visit.
Hospital FAQs
Learn more about our office policies, payment options, and appointment booking by reading through our hospital FAQs.
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Should I bring my pet's medication to their appointment?
Yes! Please bring any medications your pet is on to your appointment or come prepared with the following information:
- Drug name
- Size of tablet or capsule
- If medication is liquid, the strength of an elixir (usually mg/mL or mg/cc)
- How much you are giving
- How often your pet is taking the medication
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What types of animals do you treat?
At Choice Veterinary Specialists, we provide services for cats and dogs.
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What types of payment options are available?
Payment in full is expected at the time services are provided or upon discharge of your pet. We accept payment by cash, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express.
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Are there payment plans available for my pet’s care?
We are proud to offer CareCredit as a financing option. CareCredit has an easy application process that will give you results in minutes.
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Will I be provided with an estimate of costs?
We will provide a good-faith estimate of the cost of our services before pet treatment, however, unforeseen circumstances may arise that influence your final bill.
We will always discuss our written estimate with all clients before they leave our facility, and require a deposit based on our estimate prior to any further treatment. -
What are the fees associated with a specialty appointment?
You are financially responsible for the initial exam fee and any diagnostics or treatment that you consent to for your pet’s treatment. This payment is due at the time of service.
For further hospitalization, diagnostics, or surgery, a deposit is required upfront with payment in full due when your pet is discharged. -
Can you help with my pet insurance?
We’re happy to help you complete pet insurance forms for your pet’s visit.