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Dr. Charles Erdman, MD

Portsmouth, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Erdman, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Portsmouth, VA?

    Dr. Charles Erdman, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Portsmouth, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Erdman completed his residency at Naval Reg Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Naval Reg Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Erdman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Erdman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Erdman’s office at (757) 953-1405.

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

    • Residency: Naval Reg Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Naval Reg Med Ctr, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda

    Is Dr. Erdman board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Erdman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Erdman typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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 here.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Erdman typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Charles Erdman may include:

    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 (757) 953-1405 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Erdman accept in Portsmouth, VA?

    Dr. Erdman in Portsmouth, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Erdman's office located?

    Dr. Charles Erdman's Primary Practice

    620 John Paul Jones Cir

    Portsmouth, VA 23708

    (757) 953-1405

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    Dr. Charles Erdman's Practice 2

    6160 Kempsville Cir Ste 325A

    Norfolk, VA 23502

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    Dr. Charles Erdman's Practice 3

    3000 Coliseum Dr

    Hampton, VA 23666

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    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 1740250687.

    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. Charles Erdman's specialty?

    Dr. Erdman is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Portsmouth, VA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is this Dr. Charles Erdman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Erdman is affiliated with Sentara Careplex Hospital, Riverside Regional Medical Center, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, Sentara Leigh Hospital 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Charles Erdman accepting new patients in Portsmouth, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Erdman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charles Erdman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Erdman's office at (757) 953-1405 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Charles Erdman?

    Please contact Dr. Erdman's office at (757) 953-1405 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Erdman have?

    Dr. Charles Erdman is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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