19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Krein, Otolaryngologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Howard Krein, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Krein completed his residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery, American Medical Association, Pennsylvania Medical Society, Philadelphia County Medical Society, Pennsylvania Academy of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery, American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Hobart Hare Medical Honor Society, and Hobart Hare Medical Honor Society. Dr. Krein is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krein’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krein’s office at (215) 955-6760.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Krein?
Dr. Howard Krein, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Otolaryngologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Krein empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cancer Reconstruction, Facial Plastic Surgery, Facial Rejuvenation, Head & Neck Reconstruction, Rhinoplasty, Trauma, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia/PA community, Dr. Krein is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Krein go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Medical College of Virginia/VCU Richmond Virginia
Residency: Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Medical School: Rutgers University/Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Piscataway, New Jersey | Thomas Jefferson University - Jefferson Medical College Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Rutgers University/Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Piscataway, New Jersey | Rutgers University Camden, New Jersey
Is Dr. Krein board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Howard Krein, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology since 2007, American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery since 2007
What languages does Dr. Krein speak?
Dr. Krein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Krein treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Krein diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Krein. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Crooked nose septum
- Nasal blockage
- Septal deviation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J342: Deviated nasal septum
Also known as:
- Nose and Sinus Disorder
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Nasal problems
- Sinus problems
- Nose and sinus conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses
Also known as:
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
ICD-10 Codes:
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
Also known as:
- Acquired Nose Deformity
- Other Acquired Head Deformity
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Nose shape change
- Deformed nose
- Nasal deformity
- Head shape change
- Deformed head
- Acquired skull deformity
ICD-10 Codes:
- M950: Acquired deformity of nose
- M952: Other acquired deformity of head
Also known as:
- Bell's Palsy
- Idiopathic Facial Paralysis
- Acute Facial Paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G510: Bell's palsy
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
What procedures does Dr. Krein perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Krein performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Krein. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Nasal Airway Narrowing Repair
- Deviated Septum Repair
- Nose Job with Septum Repair
- Nasal Septum Perforation Repair
- Nasal Vestibular Stenosis Repair
- Nose Breathing Improvement Surgery
- Spreader Grafting (Nose)
- Lateral Nasal Wall Reconstruction
- Septoplasty
- Nasal Septum Surgery
- Submucous Resection of Septum
- Nose Septum Straightening
- Primary Rhinoplasty
- Septorhinoplasty
- Nasal Reshaping
- Cosmetic Nose Surgery
- Hole in Septum Repair
- Septal Perforation Closure
- Nasal Septum Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 30465: Repair of nasal vestibular stenosis (eg, spreader grafting, lateral nasal wall reconstruction)
- 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
- 30420: Rhinoplasty, primary; including major septal repair
- 30630: Repair nasal septal perforations
Also known as:
- Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
- Removal of Nasal Turbinate
- Inferior Turbinate Resection
- Turbinate Reduction
- Nasal Airway Surgery
- Inferior Turbinate Excision
CPT Codes:
- 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method
- 30130: Excision inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Nasal Endoscopy
- Endoscopy
- Nose Scope
- Rhinoscope
- Nasal Examination with Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31231: Nasal endoscopy, diagnostic, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
- Endoscopy
- Sinus Endoscopy
- Nasal Polyp Removal
- Sinus Biopsy
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31237: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with biopsy, polypectomy or debridement (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
- Frontal Sinus Exploration (Endoscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
- Sinus Tissue Biopsy
- Maxillary Sinus Surgery
- Endoscopic Frontal Sinus Surgery
- Frontal Sinus Tissue Removal
- Sinus Exploration
CPT Codes:
- 31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus
- 31276: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with frontal sinus exploration, including removal of tissue from frontal sinus, when performed
Also known as:
- Facial Bone Reduction Surgery
- Facial osteoplasty
- Facial bone contouring
- Facial bone shaving
- Jaw reduction surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21209: Osteoplasty, facial bones; reduction
Also known as:
- Nasal Septum Cartilage Graft
- Nose Cartilage Graft
- Septal Cartilage Repair
- Nasal Reconstruction with Cartilage
CPT Codes:
- 20912: Cartilage graft; nasal septum
Also known as:
- Open Repair of Broken Nose and Septum
- Nasal Fracture Surgery with Septum Repair
- Broken Nose and Septum Surgery
- Open Reduction Nasal Fracture
CPT Codes:
- 21335: Open treatment of nasal fracture; with concomitant open treatment of fractured septum
Also known as:
- Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
- Local Flap Surgery
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
- Facial Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Transfer
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Local Flap Surgery
- Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
CPT Codes:
- 14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm
Also known as:
- Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Infants/Children)
- Surgery
- Wound Debridement for Graft
- Burn Scar Release Surgery
- Recipient Site Preparation for Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
- 15004: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Drug-Induced Sleep Endoscopy (DISE)
- DISE Procedure
- Sleep Apnea Endoscopy
- Flexible Sleep Endoscopy
- Upper Airway Endoscopy for Sleep Apnea
CPT Codes:
- 42975: Drug-induced sleep endoscopy, with dynamic evaluation of velum, pharynx, tongue base, and larynx for evaluation of sleep-disordered breathing, flexible, diagnostic
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Brain Navigation
- Stereotactic Cranial Navigation
- Image-Guided Brain Surgery
- Computer-Guided Neurosurgery
CPT Codes:
- 61782: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, extradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Krein accept my insurance?
Dr. Krein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 955-6760 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Krein accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Krein in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Health Group
Independent Health Association
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Krein's office located?
Dr. Howard Krein's Primary Practice
925 Chestnut St Fl 6
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 955-6760
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 616 reviews
Office Experience
98% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
98% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
68% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
97% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Howard Krein an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Krein has been rated and reviewed by 616 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Krein, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery
Professional Member
American Medical Association
Professional Member
Pennsylvania Medical Society
Professional Member
Philadelphia County Medical Society
Professional Member
Pennsylvania Academy of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery
Professional Member
American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Professional Member
Hobart Hare Medical Honor Society
Professional Member
1998 - 2000
Hobart Hare Medical Honor Society
President
1998 - 1999
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - All Time
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition across all time
Doctor’s Choice - Last 5 Years
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in the last 5 years
What is Dr. Krein's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Krein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902817323.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krein?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Krein
What is Dr. Howard Krein's specialty?
Dr. Krein is a Otolaryngologist near Philadelphia, PA. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders. Contact Dr. Krein to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Howard Krein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Krein is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Howard Krein accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Howard Krein is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Krein offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Krein's office at (215) 955-6760 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Krein?
Please contact Dr. Krein's office at (215) 955-6760 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Krein have?
Dr. Howard Krein is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology and American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
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