Summary

Dr. Erich Gauger specializes in orthopedic surgery with advanced training in hand surgery. He earned his medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Minnesota. With 18 years of experience treating complex bone and joint conditions, Dr. Gauger focuses on surgical and non-surgical treatments for upper extremity injuries and disorders.

Dr. Gauger practices at multiple locations throughout Minnesota, including Coon Rapids, Edina, Minneapolis, Fridley, and Saint Paul. He treats patients with arm and wrist fractures as well as joint pain conditions. His approach includes both surgical interventions and conservative treatments such as physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy to help patients regain function and mobility.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 18 years of experience
  • 43 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of Minnesota
  • 3 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Erich Michael Gauger has 6 locations

Allina Health Coon Rapids Clinic

9055 Springbrook Dr NWCoon Rapids, MN 55433
Mon7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Minneapolis Orthopaedics

8100 W 78th St Ste 230Edina, MN 55439
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

Mercy Hospital

4050 Coon Rapids Blvd NwCoon Rapids, MN 55433

Mercy Hospital Unity Campus

550 Osborne Rd NeFridley, MN 55432

Abbott Northwestern Hospital

800 E 28th StMinneapolis, MN 55407

United Hospital

333 Smith Ave NSaint Paul, MN 55102

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Erich Michael Gauger

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - EPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota - Medicaid
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare)
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • HealthPartners
  • Hennepin Health
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Medica
  • Medica - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Nationwide - Workers’ Compensation
  • PreferredOne
  • Progressive
  • Progressive - POS
  • South Country Health Alliance
  • State Farm
  • State Farm - POS
  • The Hartford - Workers’ Compensation
  • Travelers
  • Travelers - POS
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • UCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Erich Michael Gauger has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Erich Michael Gauger has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Hand Surgery
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Minnesota, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Minnesota

Medical School

Northwestern University Feinberg School Of MedicineGraduated in 2008

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Dr. Erich Gauger's office is located at 9055 Springbrook Dr NW, Coon Rapids, MN, 55433.
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