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Dr. Eric Sorensen, MD

Hanford, CA

42 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sorensen, Family Medicine Specialist in Hanford, CA?

    Dr. Eric Sorensen, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hanford, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 42 years. Dr. Sorensen graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at St Mary'S Hosp Of Milwaukee, Family Medicine; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Other Specialty. Dr. Sorensen is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sorensen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sorensen’s office at (559) 589-6420.

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

    • Residency: St Mary'S Hosp Of Milwaukee, Family Medicine; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Other Specialty | St Mary's Hospital (Waterbury) Program

    • Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas | University of Michigan Medical School

    What languages does Dr. Sorensen speak?

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

    • English
    • French
    • Spanish

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

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

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Throat pain
    • Pharyngitis
    • Throat discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R070: Pain in throat

    Also known as:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    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

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

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

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy (Punch)
    • Skin Biopsy
    • Punch Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy
    • Dermal Punch Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tag Removal (Up to 15)
    • Fibrocutaneous Tag Excision
    • Multiple Skin Tag Removal
    • Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11200: Removal of skin tags, multiple fibrocutaneous tags, any area; up to and including 15 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
    • Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
    • Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
    • Knee Injection with Ultrasound
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Sorensen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sorensen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 589-6420 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sorensen accept in Hanford, CA?

    Dr. Sorensen in Hanford, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sorensen's office located?

    Dr. Eric Sorensen's Primary Practice

    1028 N Douty St

    Hanford, CA 93230

    (559) 589-6420

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    Dr. Eric Sorensen's Practice 2

    783 Quintana Rd Ste 1

    Morro Bay, CA 93442

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    Dr. Eric Sorensen's Practice 3

    9700 El Camino Real Ste 100

    Atascadero, CA 93422

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

    Dr. Sorensen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063521896.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sorensen?

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

    What is Dr. Eric Sorensen's specialty?

    Dr. Sorensen is a Family Medicine Specialist near Hanford, CA.

    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 Dr. Eric Sorensen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sorensen is affiliated with Kaweah Health Medical Center, Clovis Community Medical Center, Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center, Memorial Hospital Los Banos, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno 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 Dr. Eric Sorensen accepting new patients in Hanford, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Eric Sorensen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Eric Sorensen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sorensen's office at (559) 589-6420 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Eric Sorensen?

    Please contact Dr. Sorensen's office at (559) 589-6420 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sorensen's office located?

    Dr. Sorensen's offices are located in Hanford, CA, Morro Bay, CA, and Atascadero, CA.