UnitedHealthcare Notice: Effective October 1, 2026, Northern Rockies Orthopaedics is scheduled to end its participation with UnitedHealthcare Commercial and Medicare Advantage plans. We encourage you to contact UnitedHealthcare as soon as possible to discuss your coverage options.

Meet Our Providers

Sam Kirkeide, PA-C

Sam Kirkeide is a Physician Assistant who has worked alongside Dr. Justin Jacobson in the clinic and in the Operating Room since Fall of 2023. Sam was born and raised in Missoula, where he attended Big Sky High School. Sam got his Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Wyoming and was a four-year D1 sprinter on the Wyoming Track and Field Team. Go Cowboys!

After graduating from the University of Wyoming, he then obtained his Masters in Physician Assistant Studies from Rocky Mountain College in Billings, MT.

Sam has always had a passion for athletics and people, which includes assisting individuals to getting back to the activities they love, as pain free as possible. These passions are what lead him to the medical field and ultimately, orthopaedics.

In his free time, he enjoys CrossFit, hunting, and spending time with his family and two dogs.

Patient Testimonials

Move Better. Feel Better. Perform Better.

We are committed to high quality orthopedic healthcare and implementing innovative, value-added solutions to deliver compassionate, patient-centered healthcare.