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Who is Dr. Erchak, Internist in Opelika, AL?
Dr. David Erchak, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Opelika, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Erchak completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Erchak is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Erchak’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Erchak’s office at (706) 882-8831.
Where did Dr. Erchak go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med
Is Dr. Erchak board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. David Erchak, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Erchak speak?
Dr. Erchak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Erchak typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Erchak 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. Erchak. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
- Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Erchak typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. David Erchak may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Erchak's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Erchak accept my insurance?
Dr. Erchak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 882-8831 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Erchak accept in Opelika, AL?
Dr. Erchak in Opelika, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
State of Alabama
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Erchak's office located?
What is Dr. Erchak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Erchak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538190897.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Erchak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Erchak
What is Dr. David Erchak's specialty?
Dr. Erchak is a Internist near Opelika, AL.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. David Erchak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Erchak is affiliated with East Alabama Medical Center, Uab 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is David Erchak accepting new patients in Opelika, AL?
Yes, Dr. David Erchak is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Erchak offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Erchak's office at (706) 882-8831 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Erchak?
Please contact Dr. Erchak's office at (706) 882-8831 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Erchak have?
Dr. David Erchak is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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