
Ridgeview Direct Primary Care and Sports Medicine
Quick Facts
| Practice Type | Direct Primary Care |
| Location | Wheat Ridge, Colorado |
| Doctors | Christopher Kroner MD MPH, Family Medicine |
| Year Founded | 2025 |
About
At Ridgeview Direct Primary Care and Sports Medicine, Dr. Christopher Kroner blends family medicine with sports medicine expertise. He opened the Wheat Ridge practice in summer 2025 after more than a decade in academic medicine. His clinical background spans over 12 years of full-time faculty work, where he trained medical students, residents, and fellows. Dr. Kroner holds a Master of Public Health alongside his medical degree. His sports medicine experience includes treating professional and Olympic athletes. He also volunteers with high school sports and works with weekend warriors managing chronic pain. The practice operates Monday through Friday and runs by appointment only. Ridgeview also serves small businesses through dedicated membership options.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ridgeview offers direct primary care and sports medicine under one roof. Dr. Kroner handles routine family medicine, preventive care, and a full range of sports medicine needs. This includes care for athletes, weekend warriors, and patients managing chronic pain.
Ridgeview operates by appointment only, Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm, with the last appointment at 4pm. You can schedule directly through the practice. Dr. Kroner keeps his panel intentional so patients reach him without long waits.
Ridgeview operates as a Direct Primary Care practice, which means it works outside of traditional insurance billing for membership services. Patients typically pay a direct membership fee. Carrying insurance for specialist referrals or hospital care is still advisable.
Yes. Ridgeview offers a dedicated Small Business membership option. This allows employers to provide direct primary care access to their employees. Interested businesses can contact the practice for details on how this works.
Yes. Ridgeview maintains a dedicated pathway for California-based patients. Dr. Kroner can discuss the specifics of how that arrangement works during an initial consultation.
Dr. Kroner's sports medicine background aligns well with Colorado's active culture. He has treated Olympic and professional athletes, supported high school programs, and worked with recreational patients at all fitness levels. Ridgeview serves patients who want a physician who understands active bodies.
Ridgeview's direct primary care model keeps scheduling accessible. Dr. Kroner built this practice specifically to eliminate the 3-6 month wait times common in traditional settings. Patients should expect a more responsive and direct path to their doctor.
Dr. Kroner built Ridgeview around long-term patient relationships. His focus is on education, reassurance, and guidance as patients pursue their health goals. The practice prioritizes direct communication and genuine continuity of care.
Practice last updated June 11, 2026



