What does it feel like to walk into a surgery center and actually know your total cost upfront? To be greeted by name, cared for as a person – not a policy number – and leave without a stack of surprise bills? For a growing number of patients across Colorado, that experience has a name: Smith Medical Direct Specialty Care.
Founded in 2024 in Littleton, Colorado, Smith Medical was built on a simple but powerful idea: surgical care should be transparent, affordable, and patient-first. Our bundled, cash-pay model removes the insurance middleman – no prior authorizations, no separate bills from multiple providers, no surprise charges weeks after your procedure. Just one clear price, exceptional surgeons, and a team genuinely invested in your outcome.
Don’t take our word for it. Here’s what our patients are saying.
“The Best Experience I’ve Ever Had” – Shawn
For Shawn, a shoulder procedure at Smith Medical turned into something far more meaningful than a routine surgery. In a recent review, he credited every member of his care team by name – from the front desk to the recovery room.
Violet made his check-in smooth and comfortable. Eddie, his nurse, brought warmth and genuine attentiveness. Dr. Oblachinski’s skill ensured Shawn felt no anxiety before entering the OR. Dr. Carr and his assistant Toni performed the procedure with outstanding precision and professionalism. And when Shawn woke up, recovery nurse Tiffany was there – calm, reassuring, and even providing what Shawn described as the tastiest applesauce he’d ever had.
Operations Director Kristi Evans also played a key role in making the surgery happen – coordinating care and ensuring Shawn had a clear, stress-free path to the procedure.
Six days post-surgery, Shawn hadn’t taken a single pain pill.
“Thank you all very much for my new lease on life,” Shawn wrote. “I’m so excited to see where the next chapter takes me.”
Staff Who Go Above and Beyond – Kaitlyn Jones
Surgery can feel intimidating – and that anxiety is real. Kaitlyn Jones knows this firsthand. In her review, she singled out nurse Eddie for making her “genuinely feel less nervous” before her procedure.
“Everyone was so nice and accommodating, and made every step of surgery as easy as possible,” Kaitlyn wrote. “They truly go above and beyond with patient care.”
At Smith Medical, we believe that reducing anxiety is as important as reducing pain. When patients feel informed, respected, and cared for, the entire surgical experience changes. That’s by design.
A Top-Notch Experience from Start to Finish – Kenny Gillis
Kenny Gillis gave Smith Medical a glowing five-star review – and one detail stood out: his prescriptions were already waiting at the pharmacy the day before surgery, so he didn’t have to manage that errand during recovery.
“Each person at the surgery center was super attentive, friendly, and fun to talk to,” Kenny shared. “Everything was top notch. I very highly recommend Smith Medical if you are in a position to get care here.”
Small touches like proactive prescription coordination reflect Smith Medical’s commitment to removing every possible friction point from the patient experience.
“This Is How It Should Be” – A Patient’s Perspective on Billing
One reviewer, who goes by the name amothertomychildren, offered a perspective that gets to the heart of what makes Smith Medical different:
“The billing and financial team was also extremely easy to work with – this is how it should be. It was a seamless process from start to finish.”
In traditional healthcare, billing is often the most confusing, frustrating part of the entire experience. At Smith Medical, it’s one of the simplest. Our bundled pricing means patients receive one clear quote before scheduling – and no unexpected invoices afterward. That’s not a perk. It’s the standard.
An Orthopedic Surgeon Who Chose Smith Medical for His Own Care – Dan Paull, MD
Perhaps no endorsement carries more weight than this one. Dan Paull, an orthopedic surgeon himself, chose Smith Medical when he needed surgery on his own elbow.
“They cherry-picked the best docs from the area to work at their center,” Dr. Paull wrote. “Couldn’t have been happier.”
When a specialist in the same field trusts Smith Medical with his own procedure, that speaks volumes. Our affiliated surgeons are board-certified, highly experienced, and chosen specifically because they share our commitment to excellence and patient-centered care.
A Third of the Cost – Real Savings for Real Patients – Lisa O’Rourke
For Lisa O’Rourke, who doesn’t carry health insurance, the question wasn’t just quality – it was affordability. Smith Medical delivered on both.
“Their self-pay package was an extremely affordable option for me – a third of the cost of having my surgery at a hospital,” Lisa shared. “The entire staff was amazing as well – highly competent, kind and accommodating!”
Lisa’s story is one we hear often. Uninsured patients, people with high-deductible plans, and those looking for greater financial clarity are discovering that Smith Medical’s bundled pricing is often 40-60% less than traditional hospital billing. And the quality? Uncompromised.
The Smith Medical Difference
Every review above points to the same thing: a healthcare experience that’s fundamentally different from the norm. At Smith Medical, we’ve built our model around:
- One bundled, all-inclusive surgical price – no surprise bills
- Board-certified surgeons who prioritize patient outcomes over paperwork
- A care team that treats every patient as an individual
- Faster scheduling – no insurance approvals required
- Pricing that’s often 40-60% less than traditional hospital billing
- A seamless, stress-free experience from consultation to recovery
Whether you’re uninsured, carrying a high deductible, or simply tired of navigating a confusing system, Smith Medical offers a better path forward.
Know your cost upfront. Schedule with confidence. Move forward without surprise bills.
Ready to experience the Smith Way?
View our transparent surgery pricing at smithdirectcare.com/procedures or request a consultation at smithdirectcare.com/contact-us.
