Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Eric Lerche, D.O.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Orthopaedic Trauma Physician · Traverse City, MI
- NPI 1225264005
- Accepts Medicare
- 17 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 6 locations .
- Primary practice
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5246 N Royal Dr
Traverse City, MI 496846984
(231) 935-0957 - Additional location
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1105 Sixth St
Traverse City, MI 496842345
(231) 935-5000 - Additional location
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2572 N US Highway 131
Elmira, MI 497308252
(989) 731-1753 - Additional location
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309 W North St
Gaylord, MI 497351524
(231) 876-7411 - Additional location
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3537 W Front St Ste E
Traverse City, MI 496847943
(231) 935-5880
fax (231) 935-3464 - Additional location
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Medical Center Blvd
Winston Salem, NC 271570001
(336) 716-8093
Show 3 more locations
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2009 — 17 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 30, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2009 — 17 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Michigan #5101018200 · North Carolina #2014-00880
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1225264005. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,586
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$215,588
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 936 | 116 | $1 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 295 | 208 | $84 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 249 | 125 | $67 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 175 | 98 | $41 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 124 | 76 | $30 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 111 | 93 | $119 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 108 | 54 | $37 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 101 | 75 | $43 | |
J7323 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, euflexxa, for intra-articular injection, per dose | 88 | 26 | $123 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 74 | 74 | $106 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in Traverse City Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 91. This provider delivers 28× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$365
Transactions
8
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| DePuy Synthes Sales INC. | 5 | $164.61 | |
| Lightbody Medical Technologies INC | 1 | $150.00 | |
| Bioventus LLC | 1 | $26.52 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 1 | $24.00 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
747
Patients
532
Total drug cost
$4,767
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 183 | 101 | $1,276 |
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 120 | 75 | $158 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 113 | 84 | $846 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 68 | 55 | $130 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 57 | 52 | $299 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 42 | 33 | $339 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 41 | 38 | $241 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 33 | 23 | $92 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 30 | 30 | $254 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 27 | 27 | $275 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Eric Lerche's medical specialty?
Dr. Eric Lerche practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Traverse City, MI.
Where does Dr. Eric Lerche practice?
Dr. Eric Lerche practices at 5246 N Royal Dr, Traverse City, MI 496846984. Office phone: 2319350957.
What is Dr. Eric Lerche's NPI?
Dr. Eric Lerche's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225264005, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Eric Lerche accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Eric Lerche accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Eric Lerche commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.