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Dr. Eric Bouwens, MD

Dr. Eric Bouwens, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Sparta, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bouwens, Family Medicine Specialist in Sparta, MI?

    Dr. Eric Bouwens, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sparta, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bouwens completed his residency at Cook County Hosp, Family Practice. Dr. Bouwens is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bouwens’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bouwens’s office at (616) 685-8250.

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

    • Residency: Cook County Hosp, Family Practice

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Mi Med Sch

    Is Dr. Bouwens board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Eric Bouwens, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine , American Board of Family Medicine since 1988

    What languages does Dr. Bouwens speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bouwens typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bouwens 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. Bouwens. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    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:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bouwens typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Eric Bouwens may include:

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

    Does Dr. Bouwens accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bouwens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 685-8250 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bouwens accept in Sparta, MI?

    Dr. Bouwens in Sparta, MI 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 Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

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    Where is Dr. Bouwens' office located?

    Dr. Eric Bouwens' Primary Practice

    475 S State St

    Sparta, MI 49345

    (616) 685-8250

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    Dr. Eric Bouwens' Practice 2

    950 36th St SW

    Grand Rapids, MI 49509

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    Dr. Eric Bouwens' Practice 3

    309 Jefferson Ave SE

    Grand Rapids, MI 49503

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

    Dr. Bouwens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336143965.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bouwens?

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

    What is Dr. Eric Bouwens's specialty?

    Dr. Bouwens is a Family Medicine Specialist near Sparta, MI.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Bouwens is affiliated with Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital, Corewell Health Greenville Hospital, Corewell Health Butterworth 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Bouwens accepting new patients in Sparta, MI?

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

    Does Dr. Eric Bouwens offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bouwens' office at (616) 685-8250 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Bouwens' office at (616) 685-8250 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bouwens' office located?

    Dr. Bouwens' offices are located in Sparta, MI and Grand Rapids, MI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Bouwens have?

    Dr. Eric Bouwens is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.