Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Erdman, Internist in Sparta, WI?
Dr. Rick Erdman, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Sparta, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Erdman graduated from American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine and completed his residency at Lutheran Hosp-La Crosse, Internal Medicine. Dr. Erdman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Erdman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Erdman’s office.
Where did Dr. Erdman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lutheran Hosp-La Crosse, Internal Medicine | Advocate Lutheran General Hospital Program
Medical School: American Univ Of The Caribbean- Sch Of Med- Plymouth- Montserrat | American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine
Is Dr. Erdman board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Rick Erdman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Erdman speak?
Dr. Erdman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Erdman typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Erdman 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. Erdman. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Erdman typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Rick Erdman 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. Erdman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Erdman accept my insurance?
Dr. Erdman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Erdman accept in Sparta, WI?
Dr. Erdman in Sparta, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allegiance Benefit Plan Management
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Marshfield Clinic Health System
Medicare
Quartz Health Solutions
State of Wisconsin
UMR Administered Payer
Unknown
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Erdman's office located?
What is Dr. Erdman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Erdman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952306011.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Erdman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Erdman
What is Dr. Rick Erdman's specialty?
Dr. Erdman is a Internist near Sparta, WI.
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. Rick Erdman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Erdman is affiliated with Gundersen Lutheran 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rick Erdman accepting new patients in Sparta, WI?
Yes, Dr. Rick Erdman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rick Erdman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Erdman's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rick Erdman?
Please contact Dr. Erdman's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rick Erdman have?
Dr. Rick Erdman is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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