Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ferguson, Trauma Surgeon in Altoona, PA?
Dr. Eric Ferguson, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Altoona, PA. Dr. Ferguson graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin and completed his residency at University Of Florida College Of Medicine. Dr. Ferguson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ferguson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ferguson’s office at (610) 619-8477.
Where did Dr. Ferguson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of Florida College Of Medicine | University of Florida Health Science Center and Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin
What languages does Dr. Ferguson speak?
Dr. Ferguson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Ferguson typically treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Ferguson 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. Ferguson. 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:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
What procedures does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Ferguson typically perform?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Eric Ferguson may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Ferguson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ferguson accept my insurance?
Dr. Ferguson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 619-8477 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ferguson accept in Altoona, PA?
Dr. Ferguson in Altoona, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Ferguson's office located?
What is Dr. Ferguson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ferguson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699783357.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ferguson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ferguson
What is Dr. Eric Ferguson's specialty?
Dr. Ferguson is a Trauma Surgeon near Altoona, PA.
What does a Trauma Surgeon do?
Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency.
Is this Dr. Eric Ferguson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ferguson is affiliated with Upmc Altoona 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
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Is Eric Ferguson accepting new patients in Altoona, PA?
Yes, Dr. Eric Ferguson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Ferguson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ferguson's office at (610) 619-8477 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Ferguson?
Please contact Dr. Ferguson's office at (610) 619-8477 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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