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 Medicaid, Medicare 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 an Internist like Dr. Erickson typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Erickson typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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 Blue Shield of Minnesota
Humana
Medica Group
Medicaid
Medicare
PrimeWest Health
State of Minnesota
UCare Minnesota
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
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. Vern Erickson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Erickson is affiliated with Essentia Health-Fargo, Sanford Medical Center Fargo 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 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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