Erika J Siska, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Erika J Siska is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Cedar Rapids, IA with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 24 years in psychiatry & neurology, Erika J Siska, MD is a long-established psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist in Cedar Rapids. A University of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College of Medicine graduate since 2002, she brings 24+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have anxiety, mood disorders, and depression.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 27% of reporting doctors in Iowa
- Uses generic medications more than 90% of reporting doctors in Iowa
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 969dNPPES updated 2023-09-27 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Iowa Board of Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.58%
Iowa avg: 2.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.5 pts)
1.58% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.7%
Iowa avg: 84.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.9 pts)
Top 10% of reporting doctors in IowaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
91
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
103
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,522
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $148k
Percentile rankings compared against 75 reporting peers in Iowa.
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.
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 Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, and Depression.
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+32%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-19%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$61 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2024 ·Low tier
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 2024, attributed to Erika J Siska's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2002
University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille a. Carver College of Medicine
Board certified · Sep 26, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
24 years in practice
Experienced
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
University of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College of Medicine (Class of 2002)
Mailing address
700 Whiting Ave, Iowa City, IA 52245-5643
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Erika J Siska
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Erika J Siska for anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups, depression management — no travel to Cedar Rapids 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 Erika J Siska
Dr. Siska is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Cedar Rapids, IA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (319) 558-0355.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Erika J Siska
Practice Location
777 76th Avenue Dr Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404-7006
Mailing Address
700 Whiting Ave, Iowa City, IA 52245-5643
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