Summary

Dr. Eric Pridgen specializes in orthopedic surgery, focusing on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting bones, joints, muscles, and connective tissues. He earned his medical degree from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed his residency at the prestigious Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Pridgen furthered his expertise through a fellowship at Washington University Department of Orthopaedics in 2023, bringing nine years of medical experience to his practice. He provides care in English for his patients.

Dr. Pridgen practices at St. Luke's Orthopedic Care locations in Lehighton and Palmerton, Pennsylvania. His clinical expertise includes treating joint pain, knee problems, and arthralgia, which refers to joint discomfort that can affect daily activities. Patients seek his care for various musculoskeletal concerns that impact mobility and quality of life.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 9 years of experience
  • 34 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Washington University Dept of Orthopaedics
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Eric Pridgen has 2 locations

St. Luke's Orthopedic Care - Lehighton

575 S 9th St Ste 5Lehighton, PA 18235
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

St. Luke's Orthopedic Care - Palmerton

217 Franklin Ave Ste 103Palmerton, PA 18071
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
9 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 3 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Lehighton , PANew Bern , NCBethlehem , PABethlehem , PA
Med School: Stanford University School of Medicine Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Eric Pridgen

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthPartners
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Univera Healthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Eric Pridgen has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Eric Pridgen has the following area of expertise

  • Sports Medicine (orthopedic Surgery)

Certifications, License, & Education

9 Years Experience

Eric Pridgen holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Pennsylvania and Missouri.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Missouri that expired in 2024.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Washington University Dept of Orthopaedics in 2023.

Residency

Completed their residency at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in 2022 and Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in 2018.

Medical School

Graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine in 2017.

NPI Number

Eric Pridgen's NPI number is 1174051254.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Eric Pridgen's office located?
Eric Pridgen's office is located at 575 S 9th St Ste 5, Lehighton, PA, 18235.
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