Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults (ages 19 - 65)
- Geriatrics (>65)
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Eric D. Hilker
Eric Hilker, MD, was inspired from a young age to pursue a career in medicine.
“Growing up, I got to hear stories about my mom and grandfather, who both practiced medicine,” he said. “My mom was very passionate about her career, and I loved hearing about her work and the fulfillment she received. She had so much kindness to give.”
Dr. Hilker specializes in internal medicine at Methodist Physicians Clinic. He enjoys preventive medicine and caring for patients with diabetes, asthma, COPD and cardiovascular conditions.
But his favorite part of the job?
“Honestly, it's the relationships with patients,” he said. “You get to be their point person in their time of need. You get to help them navigate the health care system. You get to help them navigate chronic diseases. You get to be there in all those moments where it can be joyful or difficult. That’s very fulfilling to me.”
Dr. Hilker believes building those relationships leads to a positive ripple effect – The Meaning of Care that Methodist is known for.
“No matter their social circumstances, no matter their backgrounds, we always try to put ourselves in their shoes. And we treat them with respect and dignity. And when we treat patients like that, we’re also helping out the family and community. We're raising our community's health.”
When he’s not caring for patients, Dr. Hilker enjoys family time – going for walks, running, golfing and visiting the zoo.
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Locations
- Methodist Physicians Clinic - Healthwest
- 16120 West Dodge Road, Omaha, NE 68118
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- phone: 402-354-0550
Expertise
Education
- Residency: Nebraska Medicine Nebraska Medical Center, 2025
- Medical School: University of Missouri at Columbia, 2022
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2025
Insurance
- Advanced Medical Pricing Solutions
- Aetna
- Aetna Medicare Assure Premier (HMO D-SNP)
- Aetna Medicare Eagle (HMO)
- Aetna Medicare Premier (HMO)
- Aetna Medicare Premier (PPO)
- Aetna Medicare SmartFit (HMO)
- Aetna Medicare SmartFit (PPO)
- Aetna Medicare Value Plus (HMO)
- Aetna Meritain
- Aetna NHN
- Aetna Signature Administrators
- Ambetter Health
- American Health Plans of Iowa ISNP
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Medicare Advantage Access (PPO)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Medicare Advantage Connect (PPO)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Medicare Advantage Core (HMO)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Medicare Advantage Secure (PPO)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska NEtwork Blue
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Network Blue Heartland Blue
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Premier Select Blue Choice
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Premier Select Blue Choice Heartland Blue
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Select Blue Choice
- Carelon Behavioral Health (MJE Only)
- Coventry Workers' Compensation
- Elite Choice
- First Health
- HealthSmart PPO
- HealthSmart Workers' Compensation
- Humana Full Access (PPO)
- Humana Gold Plus (HMO)
- Humana Gold Plus SNP-DE (HMO D-SNP)
- Humana USAA Honor Giveback (PPO)
- HumanaChoice (PPO)
- HumanaChoice Giveback (PPO)
- Immanuel Pathways PACE IA
- Immanuel Pathways PACE NE
- Iowa Total Care IA Medicaid
- Medica Choice National (PPO)
- Medica Elevate
- Medica Insure
- Medica Medicare Advantage Solution
- Medica Medicare Cost Prime Solution
- Midlands Choice Network
- Midwest Alliance Network
- Molina IA Medicaid
- Molina IA Medicare Advantage
- Molina NE Medicaid
- Molina NE Medicare Advantage
- MultiPlan (PHCS not Included)
- Nebraska Furniture Mart - Centivo TPA
- Nebraska Total Care NE Medicaid
- NX Health Network (dba Valenz Access)
- O'Hara Workers' Compensation
- Progyny (participating providers: Carolyn Doherty, Christopher Corder, John Bishay, Jusdson Davies, Brett Hill, Jon Morton)
- United Healthcare
- United Healthcare AARP MA Essentials from UHC NE-3 (HMO)
- United Healthcare AARP MA Extras from UHC NE-5 (HMO)
- United Healthcare AARP MA from UHC NE-0002 (PPO)
- United Healthcare AARP MA Patriot No Rx NE-MA01 (PPO)
- United Healthcare Allsavers
- United Healthcare Core
- United Healthcare Dual Complete NE-S001 (HMO D-SNP)
- United Healthcare Dual Complete NE-S002 (PPO D-SNP)
- United Healthcare Dual Complete NE-S003 (HMO D-SNP)
- United Healthcare Dual Complete NE-V001 (HMO D-SNP)
- United Healthcare Group MA (HMO)
- United Healthcare Group MA (PPO)
- United Healthcare NE Individual Exchange Benefit Plan
- United Healthcare NE Medicaid
- United Healthcare Nexus ACO
- United Healthcare of the River Valley
- United Healthcare Optum VA CCN
- United Healthcare Surest
- Wellcare Medicare Advantage
- Wellmark Blue (HMO)
- Wellmark Blue (PPO)
- Wellmark Alliance Select (PPO)
- Wellmark Blue Access (HMO)
- Wellmark Blue Advantage (HMO)
- Wellmark Blue Choice (HMO)
- Wellmark Blue Medicare Advantage (HMO)
- Wellmark Blue Medicare Advantage (PPO)
- Wellmark Blue Medicare Advantage Avera (PPO)
- Wellmark Blue Medicare Advantage Enhanced (PPO)
- Wellmark Classic Blue (PPO)
- Wellmark IA Hawk-I (HMO)
- Wellpoint IA Medicaid
- Wellpoint Medicare Advantage DSNP
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
239 ratings, 21 reviewsThe Patient Experience Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients who are treated in outpatient or hospital settings may receive different surveys that are not included in this Patient Experience Rating. The volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
Dr Hilker was outstanding. His nurse and staff was good too.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2025
Great first experience with Dr Hilker.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2025
1st time I met Dr. Hilker. Great visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/6/2025
I was very impressed with Dr. Hilker. He was very easy to converse with, expressed a genuine concern for all of the health issues and concernsI mentioned to him. He provided a tremendous amount of insight in ways to improve my problem with dieting.I was concerned about seeing a new practitioner after being a patient of Dr. Huff for so many years, but my fears were totally unfounded.Both myself and my wife look forward to being a patient in his practice for the years to come. Great Experience!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/6/2025
Dr.Hilker was professional, listened to us and answered all of our questions. Thank you. I would definitely recommend him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2025
He was very thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2025
Doctor listened to my concerns and made recommendations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
Nothing bad to say about Dr. Hilker. I was expecting a much more abbreviated initial evaluation, but he did a great job of listening to each of my concerns, involving me in the plan of care, and developing a shared path toward what to do before my next appointment with him. It's rare to spend so much time with your doctor, but I really appreciate the time with him and how personable he was during the appointment. I would absolutely refer friends and family to him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
My introductory meeting with Dr.Hilker went very well. We had a great, indepth Patient/Dr. Q&A
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2025
I found it very easy to converse with Dr. Hilker. He has a pleasant but professional manner. I noticed that he took notes as we spoke, and he explained things very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2025
Excellent all the way.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/1/2025
It was my first time seeing dr. Hilker. He was very attentive and asked appropriate questions to get me to open up about concerns or issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2025
Dr Hilker was very nice and very knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
Wonderful first visit. I really think Dr. Hilker is going to be a good practitioner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
I was concerned about getting a new PCP after mine retired. After speaking with Dr. Hilker, I was confident I was in good hands!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/18/2025
Ery knowledgeable, kind and interested in my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/18/2025
Dr. Hilker was very thorough and patient. He spent almost an hour with me and was really trying to figure out the best next steps we could take.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2025
Excellent bedside manners, good listener, demonstrated good insight into relationships of various disease processes and drugs, offered changes with input from me, included me in decision-making
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/20/2025
I felt like he spent time and listened to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2025
Dr. Hilker was a great listener. He was genuinely interested in my concerns. I felt very comfortable discussing my health with him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2025
This was an initial visit with Dr. Hilker. He was very attentive to my medical issues, and discussed in detail additional remedies for my health and working with my oncologost's. I was impressed with his attention.