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Dr. Erik Ketels, MD

Family Medicine Specialist, Emergency Medicine Specialist

Lancaster, PA

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ketels, Family Medicine Specialist in Lancaster, PA?

    Dr. Erik Ketels, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lancaster, PA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Ketels graduated from Drexel University College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Lancaster Gen Hospital. Dr. Ketels is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ketels’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ketels’s office at (717) 544-0150.

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

    • Residency: Lancaster Gen Hospital | Lancaster General Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Drexel University College Of Medicine | Hahnemann University School of Medicine | Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific

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

    Yes, Dr. Erik Ketels, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ketels speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Erik Ketels may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ketels accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ketels accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (717) 544-0150 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ketels accept in Lancaster, PA?

    Dr. Ketels in Lancaster, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • Risant Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Ketels' office located?

    Dr. Erik Ketels' Primary Practice

    2118 Spring Valley Rd

    Lancaster, PA 17601

    (717) 544-0150

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    Dr. Erik Ketels' Practice 2

    555 N Duke St

    Lancaster, PA 17602

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ketels affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ketels has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center,Lancaster, PA
    Christiana Care Emerus Neighborhood Hospital Pennsylvania Llc,West Grove, PA
    Wellspan Ephrata Community Hospital,Ephrata, PA

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

    Dr. Ketels's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568449874.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ketels?

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

    What is Dr. Erik Ketels's specialty?

    Dr. Ketels is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lancaster, PA.

    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. Erik Ketels affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ketels is affiliated with Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital, Paoli Hospital, Upmc Lititz 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. Erik Ketels accepting new patients in Lancaster, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Erik Ketels is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Erik Ketels offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ketels' office at (717) 544-0150 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Erik Ketels?

    Please contact Dr. Ketels' office at (717) 544-0150 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ketels' office located?

    Dr. Ketels' office is located in Lancaster, PA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Erik Ketels have?

    Dr. Erik Ketels is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.