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Dr. Erik Garcia, MD

Dr. Erik Garcia, MD

Worcester, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Garcia, Internist in Worcester, MA?

    Dr. Erik Garcia, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Worcester, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Garcia completed his residency at UMass Chan Medical School. He is a member of the UMass Memorial Medical Group. Dr. Garcia is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garcia’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garcia’s office at (508) 334-2818.

    Where did Dr. Garcia go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: UMass Chan Medical School

    • Medical School: Hahnemann University School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA

    Is Dr. Garcia board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Erik Garcia, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Garcia speak?

    Dr. Garcia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Garcia typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Garcia 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. Garcia. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Use Disorder in Remission
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Recovering from Opioid Use Disorder
    • Opioid Addiction in Recovery
    • Past Opioid Dependence
    • Opioid Abuse in Remission

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1121: Opioid dependence, in remission

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Convulsions
    • Epileptic events
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4089: Other seizures

    Also known as:

    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Depression (Single Episode)
    • Depression
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depression
    • Depressive episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
    • F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Garcia typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Erik Garcia may include:

    Please contact Dr. Garcia's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Garcia accept my insurance?

    Dr. Garcia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 334-2818 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Garcia accept in Worcester, MA?

    Dr. Garcia in Worcester, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Central Mass Health

    • Fallon Health

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Network Health

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UMass Memorial Health Care

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Garcia's office located?

    Family Medicine

    55 Lake Ave N

    Worcester, MA 01655

    (508) 334-2818

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    Dr. Erik Garcia's Practice 2

    26 Queen St

    Worcester, MA 01610

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    UMass Memorial Medical Group

    Member

    What is Dr. Garcia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Garcia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144203902.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garcia?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garcia

    What is Dr. Erik Garcia's specialty?

    Dr. Garcia is a Internist near Worcester, MA.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is this Dr. Erik Garcia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Garcia is affiliated with Umass Memorial Medical Center, Umass Memorial Healthalliance Clinton Hospital - Leominster Campus 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Erik Garcia accepting new patients in Worcester, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Erik Garcia is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Erik Garcia offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Garcia's office at (508) 334-2818 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Erik Garcia?

    Please contact Dr. Garcia's office at (508) 334-2818 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Erik Garcia have?

    Dr. Erik Garcia is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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