Help and resources for veterinarian issues in Denver, CO
If you've had a problem with a veterinarian in Denver, whether it's a billing dispute, a care concern, or a question about whether someone is even licensed to practice, there are established channels for getting help. Below is a curated list of the actual state agencies, professional associations, and consumer protection offices that handle these issues, along with what each one does and how it fits into the complaint process.
Government & regulatory
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Colorado State Board of Veterinary Medicine
Licenses and regulates veterinarians and veterinary technicians in Colorado, and handles complaints and disciplinary action against a vet's license.
Visit website → Phone: 303-894-7800 Division of Professions and Occupations, 1560 Broadway, Suite 1350, Denver, CO 80202
Industry & professional associations
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American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
The national professional association for veterinarians; publishes guidance for pet owners on escalating concerns, including contacting state veterinary medical associations' peer review boards and, if needed, the state licensing board.
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Colorado Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA)
The state professional association for Colorado veterinarians; doesn't manage licensing but is a useful resource for a state-level peer review contact and general guidance, directing licensing-specific questions to DORA.
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American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB)
A national umbrella organization of state and provincial veterinary regulatory boards; its public resources explain consumer rights, how to verify a veterinarian's license, and how to find the correct board for filing a complaint through its Board Directory.
Consumer protection
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Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) - Consumer Protection
The state agency that licenses and regulates more than 50 professions in Colorado, including the veterinary board, and directs consumers to the right place for complaints even if the issue isn't a DORA matter.
Visit website → Phone: 303-894-7855 or 1-800-886-7675 (toll free outside Denver metro) Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies, 1560 Broadway, Suite 110, Denver, CO 80202 -
Stop Fraud Colorado
A consumer education and complaint-reporting tool run by the Colorado Attorney General's office to help identify and report fraud, including fraudulent billing or deceptive business practices.
Legal help
This is general information, not legal advice. Speak to a qualified professional about your specific situation.
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Colorado Attorney General - Consumer Protection Section
Handles complaints about deceptive or unfair business practices, fraud, and false advertising under the Colorado Consumer Protection Act, and runs a Consumer Mediation Program established in 2023 to resolve disputes between consumers and businesses through informal negotiation.
Visit website → Phone: 1-800-222-4444
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