Dr. Eric Akin, MD
Neurosurgery
20+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
1 location
About Dr. Eric Akin
Eric Akin, MD is a healthcare provider practicing in Jonesboro, AR.
Specialty Definition
A neurological surgeon provides the operative and non-operative management (i.e., prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, and rehabilitation) of disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems, including their supporting structures and vascular supply; the evaluation and treatment of pathological processes which modify function or activity of the nervous system; and the operative and non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon treats patients with disorders of the nervous system; disorders of the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, including the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries; disorders of the pituitary gland; disorders of the spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those which may require treatment by spinal fusion or instrumentation; and disorders of the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their distribution.
23
Years Experience
1
Location
3
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
NeurosurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine
Class of 2003
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 3 states
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 43178 | Neurological Surgery | — |
| Arkansas | E-3685 | Surgery | — |
| Mississippi | 16372 | Surgery | — |
| Mississippi | 16372 | Neurological Surgery |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Eric Akin
With 20 years of practice, Dr. Eric Akin is an established neurosurgery provider, MD, after earning their medical degree at University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine in 2003. Dr. currently practices at St Bernards Hospital Inc. in Jonesboro, Arkansas. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447220264, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Eric Akin as a lower-volume neurosurgery provider, treating approximately 328 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 617 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Eric Akin received $55 in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$55
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Neurosurgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 72401
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Eric Akin
What does Dr. Eric Akin specialize in?
Dr. Eric Akin specializes in Neurosurgery. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Surgery and Neurological Surgery.
Where does Dr. Eric Akin practice?
Dr. Eric Akin practices at St Bernards Hospital Inc. in Jonesboro, Arkansas.
Does Dr. Eric Akin accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Eric Akin accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 328 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Eric Akin's NPI number?
Dr. Eric Akin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447220264. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Eric Akin been practicing?
Dr. Eric Akin has approximately 20 years of practice experience, having graduated from University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine in 2003.