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Dr. Mathew Kraus, MD

Torrance, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kraus, Pediatrician in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Mathew Kraus, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Kraus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kraus’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kraus’s office at (310) 222-2345.

    What languages does Dr. Kraus speak?

    Dr. Kraus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kraus treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Kraus 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. Kraus. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus
    • Enteroviral Stomatitis
    • Vesicular Stomatitis with Rash
    • HFMD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified
    • B084: Enteroviral vesicular stomatitis with exanthem

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Eye Infection
    • Sore Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H109: Unspecified conjunctivitis

    Also known as:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Unidentified viral skin infection
    • Viral Infection
    • Unknown viral rash
    • Viral skin lesions
    • Unspecified viral skin disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B09: Unspecified viral infection characterized by skin and mucous membrane lesions

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Impetigo
    • Skin Sores
    • Contagious Skin Infection
    • Pyoderma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L0100: Impetigo, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Kraus perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Mathew Kraus may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kraus' office.

    Does Dr. Kraus accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kraus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 222-2345 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kraus accept in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Kraus in Torrance, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CalOptima

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Health Choice of Alabama

    • HealthSmart

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • PIH Health

    • St. Joseph Health System (CA)

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    Where is Dr. Kraus' office located?

    Dr. Mathew Kraus' Primary Practice

    1000 W Carson St

    Torrance, CA 90502

    (310) 222-2345

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    What is Dr. Kraus's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Kraus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083297485.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kraus?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kraus

    What is Dr. Mathew Kraus's specialty?

    Dr. Kraus is a Pediatrician near Torrance, CA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Kraus to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Mathew Kraus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kraus is affiliated with Providence St. Jude Medical Center, UCI Medical Center, UCI Health - Fountain Valley which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Mathew Kraus accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Mathew Kraus is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mathew Kraus offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kraus's office at (310) 222-2345 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mathew Kraus?

    Please contact Dr. Kraus's office at (310) 222-2345 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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