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Eric Culbertson, PA

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Specializes in: Sports Medicine and Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery

Professional interests include: musculoskeletal problems, sports health

875 S Vanguard Way Suite 120
Meridian, ID 83642

(208) 960-0870

Eric Culbertson, PA is in Boise, ID specializing in sports medicine and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. Eric Culbertson, PA is affiliated with Saint Alphonsus Health System and SAINT ALPHONSUS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER INC.

Office Locations

Address:

6165 W Emerald Street
Boise, ID 83704

Address:

875 S Vanguard Way Suite 120
Meridian, ID 83642

Some issues Eric Culbertson, PA can help you with:

Musculoskeletal Problems

The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.

Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.

Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.

Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.

Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.

Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.

doctor visit	209
spinal procedures	33
X-rays	19

**Gender**
Male	108
Female	126

**Age**
From 65 to 74	81
From 75 to 84	40
85 and over	17
Less than 65	96

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	40
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	27
Dementia	5
Cancer	7

blood draw	17
breathing treatment	12
doctor visit	180
lab tests	21
preventive care	60
thoracic (chest) imaging	30
vaccines	60
X-rays	29

**Gender**
Male	89
Female	157

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	228
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	100
From 75 to 84	69
85 and over	21
Less than 65	56

Hypertension	44
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	15
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	13
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	20
Dementia	6
Cancer	10

breathing treatment	13
doctor visit	170
lab tests	18

**Gender**
Male	126
Female	256

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	346
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	158
From 75 to 84	98
85 and over	42
Less than 65	84

Hypertension	46
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	14
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	24
Dementia	7
Cancer	6

doctor visit	336

**Gender**
Male	62
Female	107

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	148
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	45
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	105

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	33
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	54
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	29
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	34
Dementia	0
Cancer	8

doctor visit	25

Hypertension	42
High Cholesterol	0
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	48
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	487

**Gender**
Male	56
Female	112

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	154
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	51
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	92

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	49
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	32
Dementia	7
Cancer	0

doctor visit	921

**Gender**
Male	86
Female	165

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	225
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	79
From 75 to 84	34
85 and over	14
Less than 65	124

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	37
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	47
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	32
Dementia	7
Cancer	5

doctor visit	1034

**Gender**
Male	60
Female	148

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	186
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	84
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	91

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	37
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	51
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	35
Dementia	0
Cancer	8

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Eric Culbertson, PA for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Eric Culbertson, PA treated as in Boise, ID were preventive care, vaccines, aspiration and injections.

aspiration	47
blood draw	17
doctor visit	562
injections	47
lab tests	19
preventive care	60
spinal procedures	33
thoracic (chest) imaging	30
vaccines	60
X-rays	25

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Eric Culbertson, PA.

**Gender**
Male	58
Female	107

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	128
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	24
85 and over	9
Less than 65	64
65 to 74	59

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Eric Culbertson, PA From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Eric Culbertson, PA treated were hypertension, depression, high cholesterol and diabetes.

Hypertension	41
High Cholesterol	28
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	15
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	8
Osteoporosis	6
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	20
Atrial Fibrillation	3
Cancer	4
Dementia	3

Education & Training

He is certified by the Physician Assistant and has a state license in Idaho.

Board Certification: Physician Assistant

Licensed In: Idaho

Affiliations & Hospitals

Eric Culbertson, PA is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Saint Alphonsus Health System

SAINT ALPHONSUS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER INC

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Biography

Mr. Eric Culbertson's areas of specialization are orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and sports medicine; he sees patients in Boise, ID and Meridian, ID. Mr. Culbertson's areas of expertise include sports health and musculoskeletal problems. He is affiliated with Saint Alphonsus Health System.