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Dr. Eric Monk, MD

Anesthesiologist, Family Medicine Specialist

Sioux City, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Monk, Anesthesiologist in Sioux City, IA?

    Dr. Eric Monk, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Sioux City, IA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Monk is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Monk’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Monk’s office at (712) 279-3290.

    What languages does Dr. Monk speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Monk typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Monk 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. Monk. 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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Monk typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Monk 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. Monk. 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:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Pain Relief Spinal Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
    • 62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Injection
    • SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac steroid injection
    • Image-guided SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac joint block

    CPT Codes:

    • 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed

    Does Dr. Monk accept my insurance?

    Dr. Monk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (712) 279-3290 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Monk accept in Sioux City, IA?

    Dr. Monk in Sioux City, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Partners (AZ)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • Sanford Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Monk's office located?

    Dr. Eric Monk's Primary Practice

    2720 Stone Park Blvd

    Sioux City, IA 51104

    (712) 279-3290

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    Dr. Eric Monk's Practice 2

    801 5th St

    Sioux City, IA 51101

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    Dr. Eric Monk's Practice 3

    600 N Sioux Point Rd

    Dakota Dunes, SD 57049

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

    Dr. Monk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063707214.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Monk?

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

    What is Dr. Eric Monk's specialty?

    Dr. Monk is an Anesthesiologist near Sioux City, IA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

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

    Yes, Dr. Monk is affiliated with Unitypoint Health - St. Luke's, Dunes Surgical Hospital 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 Dr. Eric Monk accepting new patients in Sioux City, IA?

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

    Does Dr. Eric Monk offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Monk's office at (712) 279-3290 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Monk's office at (712) 279-3290 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Monk's office located?

    Dr. Monk's offices are located in Sioux City, IA and Dakota Dunes, SD.