Summary

Dr. Erik Otterberg is an orthopedic surgeon with 38 years of experience treating bone, joint, and muscle conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency training at the University of Michigan Medical Center in 1993, followed by additional residency work at Creighton/Nebraska Health Foundation in 1999. Dr. Otterberg further specialized his skills through a fellowship at Harvard Medical School Massachusetts General Hospital in 2000. He holds board certification in Orthopaedic Surgery from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, earned in 2002, and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Otterberg practices at Chi Health Lakeside and sees patients at locations in Omaha and Elkhorn, Nebraska. His expertise includes ACL reconstruction and repair procedures for athletes and active individuals with knee injuries. He also specializes in cartilage repair and restoration techniques that help patients regain joint function. Dr. Otterberg treats complex conditions like femur fractures and incorporates physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy into patient care plans. Patients rate him an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars for his care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 38 years of experience
  • 50 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Harvard Medical School Massachusetts General Hospital
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr Erik Thor Otterberg has 2 locations

MD West One - Omaha

8005 Farnam Dr Ste 305Omaha, NE 68114

MD West ONE - Fountain Ridge

222 N 192ND STELKHORN, NE 68022
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr Erik Thor Otterberg

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • AARP - PPO
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Ambetter - PPO
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthPartners
  • Home State Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medica
  • Medica - HMO
  • Medica - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Physicians Mutual
  • PreferredOne
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr Erik Thor Otterberg has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr Erik Thor Otterberg has the following 15 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

Dr Erik Thor Otterberg holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Iowa and Nebraska. They are board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery in 2002.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Iowa that expired in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of Nebraska that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Harvard Medical School Massachusetts General Hospital in 2000.

Residency

Completed their residency at Creighton / Nebraska Health Foundation in 1999 and University of Michigan Medical Center in 1993.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Michigan Medical School in 1992 and Albion College, Albion, Michigan in 1988.

NPI Number

Dr Otterberg's NPI number is 1831157536.

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Dr Erik Otterberg speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr Erik Otterberg affiliated with?
Dr Erik Otterberg is affiliated with Chi Health Lakeside.
Where is Dr Erik Otterberg's office located?
Dr Erik Otterberg's office is located at 8005 Farnam Dr Ste 305, Omaha, NE, 68114.

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