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Dr. Richard Erickson, DO

Dr. Richard Erickson, DO

Sweeny, TX

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Erickson, Family Medicine Specialist in Sweeny, TX?

    Dr. Richard Erickson, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sweeny, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Erickson completed his residency at Hca Northwest Comm Hosp, Other Specialty. Dr. Erickson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Erickson’s office at (979) 798-2747.

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

    • Residency: Hca Northwest Comm Hosp, Other Specialty

    • Medical School: University Of N Tx Hlth Sci Ctr- Tx Coll Osteo Med- Ft Worth Tx

    What languages does Dr. Erickson speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Erickson treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    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:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    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:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Which procedures does Dr. Erickson perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Erickson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Erickson accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Erickson's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Erickson's office located?

    Dr. Richard Erickson's Primary Practice

    303 N McKinney St Ste G

    Sweeny, TX 77480

    (979) 798-2747

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    Dr. Richard Erickson's Practice 2

    1525 N Brooks St

    Brazoria, TX 77422

    (979) 798-2747

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    What is Dr. Erickson's NPI number?An 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 1245237627.

    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. Richard Erickson's specialty?

    Dr. Erickson is a Family Medicine Specialist near Sweeny, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Erickson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Erickson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Erickson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Richard Erickson accepting new patients in Sweeny, TX?

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

    Does Dr. Richard Erickson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Erickson's office at (979) 798-2747 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Erickson?

    Please contact Dr. Erickson's office at (979) 798-2747 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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