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Dr. Megan Townsend

Family Physician

Physician Denver, CO Optum
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
3 years at Optum
Gender
Female
Connections
53
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 161,970 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Physician specialty. Megan Townsend is one of them.
  • 2,261 Physicians are based in CO (out of 28,359 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 1,589 contacts at Optum are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Physician compensation in CO: $114,000 – $172,000 (median $135,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Physicians in CO: Sole Proprietor (82), Kaiser Permanente (78), Denver Health (48).
  • 1% of Physicians in CO hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 64% of Physicians in CO have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed June 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Harvard Kennedy School
Master's degree
Harvard Medical School
Wellesley College
Bachelor's degree
About Optum
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
20 to 99
Revenue
$1M to <$10M
Website
optum.com
Office Location
7950 Kipling St, Arvada, CO
Professional Overview

Dr. Megan Townsend is a Family Physician, currently affiliated with Optum, based in Denver, CO. As a physician, Dr. Townsend contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Denver, CO. They have been with Optum for 3 years. Dr. Townsend holds academic credentials, including Master's degree and Bachelor's degree, from Harvard Kennedy School and Harvard Medical School. Optum operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 20 to 99 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit physician professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to physician specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Denver, CO healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Recruiting Physician

Physician recruiting typically takes 90-180 days due to the specialized nature of the role. Reaching physicians through direct email or personal phone is significantly more effective than LinkedIn, as most practicing physicians are not actively job searching. HealthTal provides personal email addresses and direct dial numbers sourced from NPI records.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Megan Townsend located?
Dr. Megan Townsend is based in Denver, CO. They are currently affiliated with Optum.
What is Dr. Megan Townsend's specialty?
Dr. Megan Townsend specializes in Physician. Their current role is Family Physician.
Where does Dr. Megan Townsend currently work?
Dr. Megan Townsend currently works at Optum. They have been there for 3 years.
What is Dr. Megan Townsend's educational background?
Dr. Megan Townsend attended Harvard Kennedy School and Harvard Medical School.
How do I contact Dr. Megan Townsend for recruiting?
HealthTal provides verified direct email address and phone number for Dr. Megan Townsend. Subscribe to access full contact details including personal email, direct dial, and LinkedIn profile.
How do I recruit a Physician?
Recruiting physicians typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for physicians across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Physician in CO?
Physicians in CO typically earn $114,000 to $172,000 annually, with a median of $135,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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