Vern Erickson, M.D.
NPI 1760595979 · Internal Medicine Physician · Park Rapids, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vern Erickson, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Park Rapids, MN (NPI 1760595979).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1760595979
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 26747 (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
19 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
1,221 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 406 | $124 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 208 | $16 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 149 | $9 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 97 | $14 |
| Blood Test, Clotting Time85610 | 94 | $4 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 107 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Lisinopril | 287 | 81 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 210 | 55 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 183 | 45 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 151 | 41 |
| Simvastatin | 134 | 31 |
| Losartan Potassium | 121 | 34 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 118 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$13 across 1 record (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
- 2006-08-15
- Last updated
- 2008-04-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vern Erickson's NPI number?
- Vern Erickson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1760595979, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vern Erickson's specialty?
- Vern Erickson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vern Erickson located?
- Vern Erickson's practice location on file with NPPES is 205 7th St W, Park Rapids, MN 56470-1545.
- What is Vern Erickson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vern Erickson is (218) 732-7760.
- Does Vern Erickson accept Medicare?
- Vern Erickson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vern Erickson's NPI active?
- Yes — Vern Erickson's NPI (1760595979) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-04-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.