Summary

Dr. Kurt Erickson is a cardiovascular specialist with expertise in cardiovascular disease, cardiovascular surgery, interventional cardiology, nuclear medicine, and vascular surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and completed his residency at Loyola University Medical Center. With four decades of medical practice, Dr. Erickson brings extensive experience to complex heart and vascular conditions. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Erickson practices at Heart Care Centers of Illinois locations in Merrionette Park and Palos Park, Illinois. His clinical focus includes treating high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension. He performs specialized cardiac imaging procedures such as contrast echocardiography and transthoracic echocardiograms, along with Doppler ultrasound studies to evaluate blood flow. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 42 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Loyola University Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 6 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Kurt W. Erickson has 2 locations

Heart Care Centers of Illinois

11560 S Kedzie Ave Ste 100Merrionette Park, IL 60803
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Heart Care Centers of Illinois

13011 S 104th Ave Ste 100Palos Park, IL 60464
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.8 
4.6 
4.5 
42 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, Polish Speaks English, Spanish
Merrionette Park , ILChicago , ILChicago , ILMaywood , IL
Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kurt W. Erickson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Ascension Health
  • Ascension Health - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Family Health Network
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kurt W. Erickson has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Angioplasty
  • Cardiologist
  • Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Heart Block
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Nuclear Medicine Specialist
  • Unstable Angina
  • Vascular Surgeon

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Loyola University Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of MedicineGraduated in 1984

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Kurt Erickson accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Where is Dr. Kurt Erickson's office located?
Dr. Kurt Erickson's office is located at 11560 S Kedzie Ave Ste 100, Merrionette Park, IL, 60803.
What languages does Dr. Kurt Erickson speak?
Dr. Kurt Erickson speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Kurt Erickson accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Kurt Erickson accepts on their Vitals profile.
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