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Dr. Eric Rice, MD

Dr. Eric Rice, MD

Omaha, NE

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rice, Hospitalist in Omaha, NE?

    Dr. Eric Rice, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Omaha, NE with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Rice graduated from University of Nebraska, Omaha, NB and completed his residency at University Of Ne Medical Center-Internal Medicine. Dr. Rice is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rice’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rice’s office.

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

    • Residency: University Of Ne Medical Center-Internal Medicine | University of Nebraska Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Nebraska, Omaha, NB

    Is Dr. Rice board certified as a Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Eric Rice, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Rice speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Rice typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Rice 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. Rice. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFpEF
    • Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Rice typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Eric Rice may include:

    Please contact Dr. Rice's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Rice accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rice accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rice accept in Omaha, NE?

    Dr. Rice in Omaha, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • State of Iowa

    • Summa Health

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Rice's office located?

    Dr. Eric Rice's Primary Practice

    7500 Mercy Rd

    Omaha, NE 68124

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    Dr. Eric Rice's Practice 2

    800 Mercy Dr

    Council Bluffs, IA 51503

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    What hospitals are Dr. Rice affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Rice has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Chi Health Mercy Council Bluffs,Council Bluffs, IA
    Creighton University Medical Center - Bergan Mercy,Omaha, NE
    Avera Holy Family Hospital,Estherville, IA
    Chi Health Missouri Valley,Missouri Valley, IA
    Memorial Community Hospital & Health System,Blair, NE

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

    Dr. Rice's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366545212.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rice?

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

    What is Dr. Eric Rice's specialty?

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

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

    Yes, Dr. Rice is affiliated with Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital 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

    When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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 Rice accepting new patients in Omaha, NE?

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

    Does Dr. Eric Rice offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rice's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Rice's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rice's office located?

    Dr. Rice's offices are located in Omaha, NE and Council Bluffs, IA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Rice have?

    Dr. Eric Rice is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.