Brian L. Erickson, MD

Hematology & Oncology

Internal Medicine

Brian L. Erickson is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in Bend, OR with over 32 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

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Brian L. Erickson, MD has been part of the Bend medical community since 2006 in group practice. He graduated from University of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College of Medicine in 1994 and has 32+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and cancer (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 40% of reporting doctors in Oregon
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 53 Internal Medicine providers in ORSee all Internal Medicine in Bend32+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 606dNPPES updated 2024-09-24 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Oregon Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

2500 Ne Neff Rd, Bend, OR 97701-6015

Fax: (541) 706-5911
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

3.85%

Oregon avg: 7 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.2 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in Oregon

3.85% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

72.3%

Oregon avg: 83.7 · US avg: 82.8

Lower than most doctors nationally(-10.5 pts)

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

240

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

148

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

1,169

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $3.59M

Percentile rankings compared against 1,341 reporting peers in Oregon.

Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Cancer.

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-3%)67%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-5%)65%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

Cancer
Higher than avg (+32%)53%

Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts

US avg: 20.8%

↑ More patients than average (+32%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-5%)44%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-7%)25%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+7%)25%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-11%)23%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-13%)21%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Industry Payment Transparency

$28 received from industry

2 transactions reported in 2018 ·Low tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.

Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2018, attributed to Brian L. Erickson's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1994

    University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille a. Carver College of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Sep 23, 2024

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 32 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineHematology & Oncology in BendAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.

Taxonomy: 207RH0003X

Education & Training

University of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College of Medicine (Class of 1994)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

1501 Ne Medical Center Dr, Bend, OR 97701-6051

Differs from practice location

Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Brian L. Erickson

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Brian L. Erickson for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, follow-up consultations — no travel to Bend required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brian L. Erickson

NPI records show Dr. Erickson as active with telehealth listed in Bend, OR. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (541) 706-5800.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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