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Dr. Vern Erickson, MD

Dr. Vern Erickson, MD

Park Rapids, MN

43 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Online booking
Telehealth

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Erickson, Internist in Park Rapids, MN?

    Dr. Vern Erickson, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Park Rapids, MN. He has been practicing for over 43 years. Dr. Erickson graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Erickson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Erickson’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Erickson’s office at (218) 732-7760.

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

    • Residency: Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Internal Medicine | Wayne State University School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas

    What languages does Dr. Erickson speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Erickson treat?

    As an Internist, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Arrhythmia
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Irregular heartbeat
    • Heart rhythm disorder
    • Cardiac dysrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
    • R002: Palpitations
    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Manic depression
    • Bipolar illness
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    What procedures does Dr. Erickson perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Erickson performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:

    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
    • Upper GI Endoscopy
    • Stomach Scope with Sample

    CPT Codes:

    • 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
    • Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
    • Under-Skin Heart Monitor
    • Cardiac Event Recorder Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming

    Does Dr. Erickson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Erickson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (218) 732-7760 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Erickson accept in Park Rapids, MN?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota

    • Humana

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • PrimeWest Health

    • Reading School District (PA)

    • State of Tennessee

    • Ucare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Erickson's office located?

    Dr. Vern Erickson also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Vern Erickson's Primary Practice

    205 7th St W

    Park Rapids, MN 56470

    (218) 732-7760

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Vern Erickson?

    Dr. Erickson has appointments available at his Park Rapids, MN office. Please select a date and time below.

    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 1760595979.

    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. Vern Erickson's specialty?

    Dr. Erickson is a Internist near Park Rapids, MN.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Erickson to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Erickson is affiliated with Essentia Health-Fargo which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Vern Erickson accepting new patients in Park Rapids, MN?

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

    Does Dr. Vern Erickson offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Erickson, or call (218) 732-7760 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Vern Erickson?

    Yes, Dr. Erickson offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Erickson, or call (218) 732-7760 for more information.

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