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Dr. Cara Erickson, MD

Anesthesiologist

Indianapolis, IN

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Erickson, Anesthesiologist in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. Cara Erickson, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Erickson graduated from University of Texas Medical School, Houston. Dr. Erickson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Erickson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Erickson’s office at (317) 865-2955.

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

    • Medical School: University of Texas Medical School, Houston

    What languages does Dr. Erickson speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Erickson 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. Erickson. 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:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Cara Erickson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Erickson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Erickson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 865-2955 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Erickson accept in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. Erickson in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Healthcare Advantage

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Indiana

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Erickson's office located?

    150 Sedation Services Of Indiana Llc

    8051 S Emerson Ave Ste 200

    Indianapolis, IN 46237

    (317) 865-2955

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    Dr. Cara Erickson's Practice 2

    1660 Lafayette Rd

    Crawfordsville, IN 47933

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    Dr. Cara Erickson's Practice 3

    1201 Hadley Rd

    Mooresville, IN 46158

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    What hospitals are Dr. Erickson affiliated with?

    Dr. Erickson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Community Hospital Anderson,Anderson, IN
    Franciscan Health Indianapolis,Indianapolis, IN

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

    Dr. Erickson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316153729.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Erickson?

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

    What is Dr. Cara Erickson's specialty?

    Dr. Erickson is an Anesthesiologist near Indianapolis, IN.

    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. Cara Erickson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Erickson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Community Hospital Anderson, Franciscan Health Indianapolis. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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. Cara Erickson accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Cara Erickson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Cara Erickson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Erickson's office at (317) 865-2955 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Cara Erickson?

    Please contact Dr. Erickson's office at (317) 865-2955 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Erickson's office located?

    Dr. Erickson's offices are located in Indianapolis, IN, Crawfordsville, IN, and Mooresville, IN.