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Dr. Evert Eriksson, MD

Charleston, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Eriksson, Critical Care Surgeon in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Evert Eriksson, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Eriksson graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Spectrum Health. Dr. Eriksson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Eriksson’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Eriksson’s office at (843) 792-1414.

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

    • Residency: Spectrum Health

    • Medical School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Eriksson board certified in Critical Care Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Evert Eriksson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Eriksson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Eriksson treat?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Eriksson 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. Eriksson. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Chest Wall Pain
    • Chest Pain
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Pleurisy pain', 'Devil's grip
    • Bornholm disease
    • Pleurodynia
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0781: Pleurodynia
    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple Rib Fractures
    • Rib Cage Fracture
    • Broken Ribs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure After Procedure
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden breathing failure after surgery
    • Acute post-op respiratory arrest
    • Acute post-surgical breathing failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J95821: Acute postprocedural respiratory failure
    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple rib fractures
    • Rib cage injury
    • Severe rib injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2242XD: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
    • S2241XD: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
    • S2249XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, unspecified side, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S2242XK: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    Also known as:

    • Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Acute Blood Loss Anemia
    • Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Traumatic Brain Injury with Unspecified Loss of Consciousness
    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury
    • Head Injury with Undetermined Fainting
    • Brain Trauma with Unclear LOC
    • Unspecified Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
    • S069X9A: Unspecified intracranial injury with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Hemothorax
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Blood in Chest Cavity
    • Bloody Pleural Effusion
    • Traumatic Hemothorax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J942: Hemothorax

    Also known as:

    • Flail Chest
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Paradoxical Breathing Injury
    • Chest Wall Instability
    • Severe Rib Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S225XXA: Flail chest, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Protein-Calorie Malnutrition
    • Malnutrition
    • Protein-energy malnutrition
    • General malnutrition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E46: Unspecified protein-calorie malnutrition

    Also known as:

    • Other Breathing Problems
    • Breathing Problems
    • Unusual breathing patterns
    • Abnormal respiration
    • Breathing irregularities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0689: Other abnormalities of breathing

    Also known as:

    • Ventral Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Abdominal Wall Hernia
    • Epigastric Hernia
    • Spigelian Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Which procedures does Dr. Eriksson perform as a Critical Care Surgeon?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Evert Eriksson may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Eriksson's office.

    Does Dr. Eriksson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Eriksson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 792-1414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Eriksson accept in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Eriksson in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Eriksson's office located?

    Dr. Evert Eriksson's Primary Practice

    167 Ashley Ave

    Charleston, SC 29425

    (843) 792-1414

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    Dr. Evert Eriksson's Practice 2

    5500 Front St

    Summerville, SC 29486

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    Dr. Evert Eriksson's Practice 3

    1600 Midtown Ave

    Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

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

    Dr. Eriksson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750501052.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Eriksson?

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

    What is Dr. Evert Eriksson's specialty?

    Dr. Eriksson is a Critical Care Surgeon near Charleston, SC. A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Eriksson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Evert Eriksson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Eriksson is affiliated with Musc Health University 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

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    Is Evert Eriksson accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Evert Eriksson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Evert Eriksson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Eriksson's office at (843) 792-1414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Evert Eriksson?

    Please contact Dr. Eriksson's office at (843) 792-1414 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Evert Eriksson have?

    Dr. Evert Eriksson is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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