Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Erard, Orthopedic Surgeon in Kentwood, MI?
What languages does Dr. Erard speak?
Dr. Erard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Erard typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Erard 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. Erard. 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:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Right Foot Pain
- Left Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
- Ache in left foot
- Left foot discomfort
- Sore left foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
- M79672: Pain in left foot
Also known as:
- Right Ankle and Foot Pain
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Ankle
- Sore Right Foot
- Aching Right Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Ankle Ache
- Left Foot Discomfort
- Sore Left Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Erard typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Erard 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. Erard. 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:
- Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Joint Tap
- Bursa Fluid Removal
- Small Joint Injection
- Arthrocentesis
CPT Codes:
- 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
- Syndesmosis Repair
- Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
- Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Calf Muscle Lengthening Surgery
- Gastrocnemius Release
- Strayer Procedure
- Calf Tightness Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27687: Gastrocnemius recession (eg, Strayer procedure)
Also known as:
- Open Surgery for Broken Ankle Bone
- Lateral Malleolus Fracture Repair
- Distal Fibula Fracture Surgery
- Ankle Fixation Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27792: Open treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus), includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Leg Flexor Tendon Repair
- Secondary Leg Tendon Repair
- Leg Tendon Graft
- Flexor Tendon Surgery Leg
CPT Codes:
- 27659: Repair, flexor tendon, leg; secondary, with or without graft, each tendon
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Erard accept my insurance?
Dr. Erard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 267-8860 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Erard accept in Kentwood, MI?
Dr. Erard in Kentwood, MI 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 Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Erard's office located?
200 Shmg Internal Medicine
4444 Kalamazoo Ave SE Ste 200
Kentwood, MI 49508
(616) 267-8860
What hospitals are Dr. Erard affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Erard has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Erard's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Erard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588817118.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Erard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Erard