Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Teicher, Surgeon in Falls Church, VA?
Dr. Erik Teicher, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Falls Church, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Teicher graduated from St George',s University and completed his residency at UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Teicher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Teicher’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Teicher’s office.
Where did Dr. Teicher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Washington Hospital Center | Trauma/Surgical Critical Care, Washington Hospital Center, Washington, DC USA
Residency: UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Affiliated Hospitals | LeHigh Valley Hospital Network | Lehigh Valley Health Network Program
Medical School: St George',s University | St. George's University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Teicher board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Erik Teicher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Teicher speak?
Dr. Teicher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Teicher typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Teicher diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Teicher. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Acute pain from injury
- Pain
- Traumatic pain
- Injury pain
- Sudden pain from trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8911: Acute pain due to trauma
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Teicher typically perform?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Erik Teicher may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Teicher's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Teicher accept my insurance?
Dr. Teicher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Teicher accept in Falls Church, VA?
Dr. Teicher in Falls Church, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Alliance (HAMP)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Teicher's office located?
What is Dr. Teicher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Teicher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720251143.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Teicher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Teicher
What is Dr. Erik Teicher's specialty?
Dr. Teicher is a Surgeon near Falls Church, VA.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Erik Teicher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Teicher is affiliated with Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Alexandria Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Erik Teicher accepting new patients in Falls Church, VA?
Yes, Dr. Erik Teicher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Erik Teicher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Teicher's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Erik Teicher?
Please contact Dr. Teicher's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Erik Teicher have?
Dr. Erik Teicher is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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