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Dr. Erik A. Holzwanger, ABOM-D, MD

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(Dr. Erik Aron Holzwanger, M.D.)

(92 Ratings)

Specializes in: Adult Gastroenterology and Bariatrics (Obesity Treatment)

Ross University School of Medicine

Professional interests include: cancer, gastrointestinal cancer, therapeutic endoscopy, and more.

55 Lake Avenue N
Worcester, MA 01655

(508) 334-1000

Dr. Erik A. Holzwanger, ABOM-D, MD is a gastroenterologist in Worcester, MA specializing in adult gastroenterology and bariatrics (obesity treatment). He graduated from Ross University School of Medicine. Dr. Erik A. Holzwanger, ABOM-D, MD is affiliated with Tufts Medicine and PRATT MEDICAL GROUP INC.

Office Locations

55 Lake Avenue N
Worcester, MA 01655

(508) 334-1000

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800 Washington Street Proger Building 3rd Floor
Boston, MA 02111

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Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Erik A. Holzwanger, ABOM-D, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Affordability:

endoscopic ultrasound with fine needle aspiration

fine needle aspiration

image-guided biopsy

image-guided fine needle aspiration

In 2023, Dr. Erik A. Holzwanger, ABOM-D, MD had a list price for endoscopic ultrasound with fine needle aspiration, fine needle aspiration (FNA), image-guided biopsy, and image-guided fine needle aspiration that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 95% of providers in related specialties within Massachusetts. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 10%

By Affordability:

EGD with endoscopic ultrasound

endoscopic ultrasound

upper endoscopic ultrasound

In 2023, Dr. Erik A. Holzwanger, ABOM-D, MD had a list price for EGD with endoscopic ultrasound, endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), and upper endoscopic ultrasound that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 90% of providers in related specialties within Massachusetts. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Erik A. Holzwanger, ABOM-D, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Worcester, MA during 2023 were hospital care, inpatient care, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Erik A. Holzwanger, ABOM-D, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	14
diagnostic procedures	47
doctor visit	17
gastrointestinal procedures	47
hospital care	56
image guided procedures	14
inpatient care	56
minimally invasive procedures	47
minor procedures	14
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	47
ultrasound (sonogram)	14

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Erik A. Holzwanger, ABOM-D, MD.

**Gender**
Male	69
Female	56

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	95
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	60
From 75 to 84	40
85 and over	12
Less than 65	13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Erik A. Holzwanger, ABOM-D, MD in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Erik A. Holzwanger, ABOM-D, MD treated during 2023 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	74
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	25
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	30
Dementia	10
Cancer	30

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2023 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Erik A. Holzwanger, ABOM-D, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Erik A. Holzwanger, ABOM-D, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Worcester, MA were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and removal of lesion (e.g. growth).

aspiration	14
diagnostic procedures	47
doctor visit	17
gastrointestinal procedures	47
hospital care	56
image guided procedures	14
inpatient care	56
minimally invasive procedures	47
minor procedures	14
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	47
ultrasound (sonogram)	14

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2023 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Erik A. Holzwanger, ABOM-D, MD.

**Gender**
Male	69
Female	56

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	95
Hispanic	0
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	40
85 and over	12
Less than 65	13
65 to 74	60

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Erik A. Holzwanger, ABOM-D, MD From 2023 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Erik A. Holzwanger, ABOM-D, MD treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	74
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	14
Osteoporosis	14
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	30
Atrial Fibrillation	25
Dementia	10
Cancer	30

Education & Training

Dr. Erik A. Holzwanger, ABOM-D, MD graduated from Ross University School of Medicine. He completed residency at UMass Memorial Medical Center. He is certified by the Board Certification: Gastroenterology and has a state license in Massachusetts.

Medical School: Ross University School of Medicine

Residency: UMass Memorial Medical Center

Board Certification: Board Certification: Gastroenterology

Licensed In: Massachusetts

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Erik A. Holzwanger, ABOM-D, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Tufts Medicine

PRATT MEDICAL GROUP INC

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Erik A. Holzwanger, ABOM-D, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.99 out of 5 stars based on 92 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Erik A. Holzwanger, ABOM-D, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Worcester, MA.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Erik A. Holzwanger, ABOM-D, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Boston Scientific Corporation	$67,909 GENERAL - THERAPIES $25,000	EXALT Model D $5,443	AXIOS $359	APOLLO ESG System $285	WallFlex Duodenal $97	Other $36,726
Micro-tech Endoscopy USA, Inc.	$3,956 $3,956
Medtronic, Inc.	$188 GI GENIUS $158	ENDOFLIP $31
Apollo Endosurgery US Inc	$179 X-Tack Endoscopic HeliX Tacking System $179
Janssen Biotech, Inc.	$153 SIMPONI ARIA $99	STELARA $54
Other	$337 ECHOTIP INSIGHT $132	FUJIFILM $124	XIFAXAN $60	ZEPOSIA $22

**Types of Payments**
Grant	$50,000
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$9,950
Consulting Fee	$9,350
Food and Beverage	$3,009
Travel and Lodging	$314
Other	$99

Biography

Dr. Erik Holzwanger is an adult gastroenterology and bariatrics (obesity treatment) specialist. After completing medical school at Ross University School of Medicine, he performed his residency at UMass Memorial Medical Center. Areas of expertise for Dr. Holzwanger include esophageal cancer, endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD), and stomach cancer. Patients gave Dr. Holzwanger an average rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Distinctions awarded to Dr. Holzwanger include: ACG Award: "Best #EsophagealCancerAwareness Tweet"; AGA Innovation Fellows Program; and Tufts University School of Medicine Fellow Teacher of the Year Award. In addition to English, he speaks Spanish. He is affiliated with Tufts Medicine. His practice in Boston, MA is open to new patients as reported by Tufts Medicine.