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Dr. John Eicken, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Simpsonville, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Eicken, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Simpsonville, SC?

    Dr. John Eicken, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Simpsonville, SC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Eicken graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Brigham & Women's Hospital Program. Dr. Eicken is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Eicken’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Eicken’s office at (864) 455-7899.

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

    • Residency: Brigham & Women's Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Eicken speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Eicken typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Eicken 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. Eicken. 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
    • Precordial pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R072: Precordial pain

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Right Upper Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • RUQ pain
    • Pain in upper right stomach
    • Right upper belly pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R1011: Right upper quadrant pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Potassium
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E876: Hypokalemia

    Also known as:

    • Other Nervous System Symptoms
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Unusual Neurological Symptoms
    • Nerve Problems
    • Brain and Nerve Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R29818: Other symptoms and signs involving the nervous system

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Eicken typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Eicken may include:

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

    Does Dr. Eicken accept my insurance?

    Dr. Eicken accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (864) 455-7899 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Eicken accept in Simpsonville, SC?

    Dr. Eicken in Simpsonville, SC 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 South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Eicken's office located?

    Dr. John Eicken's Primary Practice

    300 Scuffletown Rd

    Simpsonville, SC 29681

    (864) 455-7899

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    Dr. John Eicken's Practice 2

    200 Fleetwood Dr

    Easley, SC 29640

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    Dr. John Eicken's Practice 3

    701 Grove Rd Fl 1

    Greenville, SC 29605

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

    Dr. Eicken's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689973950.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Eicken?

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

    What is Dr. John Eicken's specialty?

    Dr. Eicken is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Simpsonville, SC.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. John Eicken affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Eicken is affiliated with Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital, Prisma Health Greer Memorial Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Easley Hospital, Musc Health University Medical Center, Pelham Medical Center, Spartanburg Regional Medical Center 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. John Eicken accepting new patients in Simpsonville, SC?

    Yes, Dr. John Eicken is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Eicken offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Eicken's office at (864) 455-7899 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Eicken?

    Please contact Dr. Eicken's office at (864) 455-7899 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Eicken's office located?

    Dr. Eicken's offices are located in Simpsonville, SC, Easley, SC, and Greenville, SC.