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Dr. Melissa Erickson, MD

Dr. Melissa Erickson, MD

Morrisville, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Erickson, Orthopedic Surgeon in Morrisville, NC?

    Dr. Melissa Erickson, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Morrisville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Erickson graduated from Rush and completed her residency at Duke University Medical Center. Dr. Erickson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Erickson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Erickson’s office at (855) 855-6484.

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

    • Fellowship: Spine Surgery, Mayo Clinic (Minnesota)

    • Residency: Duke University Medical Center

    • Medical School: Rush

    What languages does Dr. Erickson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Erickson treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Erickson 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. Erickson. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
    • Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
    • Degenerative Neck Myelopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Fusion of Lower Back Spine
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Fused Lower Back Vertebrae
    • Lumbar Spine Fusion
    • Lower Back Ankylosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4326: Fusion of spine, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
    • Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
    • Lower Back Spinal Slip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region

    Which procedures does Dr. Erickson perform as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Erickson may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Erickson's office.

    Does Dr. Erickson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Erickson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (855) 855-6484 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Erickson accept in Morrisville, NC?

    Dr. Erickson in Morrisville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Erickson's office located?

    Dr. Melissa Erickson's Primary Practice

    5601 Arringdon Park Dr

    Morrisville, NC 27560

    (855) 855-6484

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    Dr. Melissa Erickson's Practice 2

    2351 Erwin Rd

    Durham, NC 27705

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    Dr. Melissa Erickson's Practice 3

    Harris Smith Ob/Gyn 3000 Meadowmont Village Circle Suite 311

    Chapel Hill, NC 27517

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

    Dr. Erickson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730356056.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Erickson?

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

    What is Dr. Melissa Erickson's specialty?

    Dr. Erickson is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Morrisville, NC. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Erickson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Melissa Erickson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Erickson is affiliated with Duke University Hospital, Spartanburg Regional Medical Center, WakeMed Raleigh Campus, FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital, WakeMed Cary Hospital, UC Medical Center 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 Melissa Erickson accepting new patients in Morrisville, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Melissa Erickson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melissa Erickson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Erickson's office at (855) 855-6484 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Melissa Erickson?

    Please contact Dr. Erickson's office at (855) 855-6484 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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