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Dr. Eric Dirks, DO

Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Family Medicine Specialist, Internist

Columbus, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dirks, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Columbus, OH?

    Dr. Eric Dirks, DO is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Columbus, OH. Dr. Dirks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dirks’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dirks’s office at (515) 247-3211.

    What languages does Dr. Dirks speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Dirks typically treat?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Dirks 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. Dirks. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Dirks typically perform?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Eric Dirks may include:

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

    Does Dr. Dirks accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dirks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 247-3211 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dirks accept in Columbus, OH?

    Dr. Dirks in Columbus, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Jefferson Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Dirks' office located?

    Dr. Eric Dirks' Primary Practice

    5100 W Broad St

    Columbus, OH 43228

    (515) 247-3211

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    What hospitals are Dr. Dirks affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Dirks has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Mercyone West Des Moines Medical Center,West Des Moines, IA

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

    Dr. Dirks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053693630.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dirks?

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

    What is Dr. Eric Dirks's specialty?

    Dr. Dirks is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Columbus, OH.

    What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?

    A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.

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

    Yes, Dr. Dirks is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center 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 Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner). 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 Dirks accepting new patients in Columbus, OH?

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

    Does Dr. Eric Dirks offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dirks' office at (515) 247-3211 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Dirks' office at (515) 247-3211 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Dirks' office located?

    Dr. Dirks' office is located in Columbus, OH.