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Dr. Ethan Prairie, MD

Rio Rancho, NM

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Prairie, Family Medicine Specialist in Rio Rancho, NM?

    Dr. Ethan Prairie, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Rio Rancho, NM. Dr. Prairie is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prairie’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prairie’s office at (505) 462-6000.

    What languages does Dr. Prairie speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Prairie typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Prairie 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. Prairie. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Prairie typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Prairie 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. Prairie. 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:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Liver Elastography
    • Elastography
    • FibroScan
    • Liver stiffness test
    • Shear wave elastography

    CPT Codes:

    • 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report

    Does Dr. Prairie accept my insurance?

    Dr. Prairie accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 462-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Prairie accept in Rio Rancho, NM?

    Dr. Prairie in Rio Rancho, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Presbyterian Healthcare Services

    • State of New Mexico

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Prairie's office located?

    Dr. Ethan Prairie's Primary Practice

    4005 High Resort Blvd SE

    Rio Rancho, NM 87124

    (505) 462-6000

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

    Dr. Prairie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134749195.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prairie?

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

    What is Dr. Ethan Prairie's specialty?

    Dr. Prairie is a Family Medicine Specialist near Rio Rancho, NM.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Ethan Prairie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Prairie is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center, Lovelace 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Ethan Prairie accepting new patients in Rio Rancho, NM?

    Yes, Dr. Ethan Prairie is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ethan Prairie offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Prairie's office at (505) 462-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ethan Prairie?

    Please contact Dr. Prairie's office at (505) 462-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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