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Dr. Eric Southard, MD

Dr. Eric Southard, MD

Amherst, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Southard, Internist in Amherst, NY?

    Dr. Eric Southard, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Amherst, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Southard graduated from University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences and completed his residency at Kaleida Hlth Sys-Buffalo Gen, Internal Medicine. Dr. Southard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Southard’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Southard’s office at (716) 834-4266.

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

    • Residency: Kaleida Hlth Sys-Buffalo Gen, Internal Medicine | Kaleida Health Sys Buffalo Gen | State University Of New York At Buffalo School Of Medicine | University at Buffalo School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: University At Buffalo SUNY School Of Med and Biomedical Sciences Buffalo Ny | University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences

    Is Dr. Southard board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Eric Southard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Southard speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Southard treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Southard 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. Southard. 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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Overweight
    • Healthy Weight
    • Body Weight
    • High Body Mass Index
    • Excess Weight
    • Weight Management Issues
    • Normal Weight
    • Body Mass Index
    • Optimal Weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult
    • Z6824: Body mass index [BMI] 24.0-24.9, adult
    • Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
    • Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
    • Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • High Body Mass Index
    • Class 3 Obesity
    • Excess Body Fat
    • Weight Management Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
    • Z6830: Body mass index [BMI] 30.0-30.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
    • Body Weight
    • Overweight BMI
    • Adult pre-obesity BMI
    • Higher than normal BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Fasting Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • Impaired Fasting Glucose
    • Prediabetes (Fasting)
    • Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7301: Impaired fasting glucose

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Which procedures does Dr. Southard perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Eric Southard may include:

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

    Does Dr. Southard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Southard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 834-4266 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Southard accept in Amherst, NY?

    Dr. Southard in Amherst, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • Express Scripts

    • Independent Health

    • Martin's Point

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Univera Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Southard's office located?

    Dr. Eric Southard's Primary Practice

    1416 Sweet Home Rd

    Amherst, NY 14228

    (716) 834-4266

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    Dr. Eric Southard's Practice 2

    6000 N Bailey Ave

    Amherst, NY 14226

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

    Dr. Southard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306825153.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Southard?

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

    What is Dr. Eric Southard's specialty?

    Dr. Southard is a Internist near Amherst, NY.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Southard to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Southard is affiliated with Buffalo General 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist 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 Eric Southard accepting new patients in Amherst, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Eric Southard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Southard's office at (716) 834-4266 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Eric Southard?

    Please contact Dr. Southard's office at (716) 834-4266 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Southard have?

    Dr. Eric Southard is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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