Eric Ernst, M.D.
NPI 1437136819 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Edina, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Eric Ernst, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Edina, MN (NPI 1437136819).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437136819
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 37970 (MN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,118 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 248 | $65 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 162 | $124 |
| Blood Test, Basic Group of Blood Chemicals (calcium, Total)80048 | 155 | $8 |
| Exercise Or Drug-Induced Heart Stress Test With Electrocardiogram (ecg) With Review By Physician93018 | 145 | $13 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 134 | $9 |
| Nuclear Medicine Studies of Heart Muscle at Rest and With Stress and Spect |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 45 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 599 | 205 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 353 | 130 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 311 | 90 |
| Losartan Potassium | 274 | 99 |
| Carvedilol | 257 | 93 |
| Lisinopril | 255 | 84 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$12,380 across 18 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-12-28
- Last updated
- 2012-05-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Eric Ernst's NPI number?
- Eric Ernst's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437136819, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Eric Ernst's specialty?
- Eric Ernst is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Eric Ernst located?
- Eric Ernst's practice location on file with NPPES is 6405 France Ave S, Edina, MN 55435-2163.
- What is Eric Ernst's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Eric Ernst is (952) 924-9005.
- Does Eric Ernst accept Medicare?
- Eric Ernst is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Eric Ernst's NPI active?
- Yes — Eric Ernst's NPI (1437136819) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-05-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.