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Dr. Sara Krachmalnick, MD

Saint Louis, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Krachmalnick, Neuro-ophthalmologist in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Sara Krachmalnick, MD is a Neuro-ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Krachmalnick is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krachmalnick’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krachmalnick’s office at (314) 362-3937.

    What languages does Dr. Krachmalnick speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Neuro-ophthalmologist like Dr. Krachmalnick typically treat?

    As a Neuro-ophthalmologist, Dr. Krachmalnick 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. Krachmalnick. 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:

    • Double Vision
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Diplopia
    • Seeing double
    • Ghosting vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H532: Diplopia

    Also known as:

    • Optic Nerve Inflammation
    • Optic Atrophy
    • Optic Nerve Disorder
    • Optic Neuritis
    • Swollen Optic Nerve
    • Inflamed Optic Nerve
    • Optic neuropathy
    • Wasting of the optic nerve
    • Damaged optic nerve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H469: Unspecified optic neuritis
    • H4720: Unspecified optic atrophy

    Also known as:

    • Esotropia
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Crossed Eyes
    • Convergent Strabismus
    • Inward Turning Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5000: Unspecified esotropia

    What procedures does a Neuro-ophthalmologist like Dr. Krachmalnick typically perform?

    As a Neuro-ophthalmologist, Dr. Krachmalnick 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. Krachmalnick. 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:

    • Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
    • Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
    • Strabismus Repair
    • Eye Alignment Surgery
    • Ocular Muscle Adjustment
    • Strabismus Correction Surgery
    • Crossed Eyes Surgery
    • Wall Eyes Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
    • 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)

    Does Dr. Krachmalnick accept my insurance?

    Dr. Krachmalnick accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 362-3937 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Krachmalnick accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Krachmalnick in Saint Louis, MO 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 Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Transamerica

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Krachmalnick's office located?

    Dr. Sara Krachmalnick's Primary Practice

    4901 Forest Park Ave Fl 6

    Saint Louis, MO 63108

    (314) 362-3937

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    Dr. Sara Krachmalnick's Practice 2

    517 S Euclid Ave Fl 1

    Saint Louis, MO 63110

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

    Dr. Krachmalnick's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235766908.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krachmalnick?

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

    What is Dr. Sara Krachmalnick's specialty?

    Dr. Krachmalnick is a Neuro-ophthalmologist near Saint Louis, MO.

    What does a Neuro-ophthalmologist do?

    A neuro-ophthalmologist is a subspecialist in ophthalmology who evaluates, treats, and studies disorders related to the eye, orbit, and nervous system, particularly concerning the interactions between the visual motor and visual sensory systems and the central nervous system. These specialists manage patients with complex and severe neuro-ophthalmological disorders.

    Is this Dr. Sara Krachmalnick affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Krachmalnick is affiliated with The University Of Kansas Hospital, The University Of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus 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

    When to see a Neuro-ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neuro-ophthalmologist. Explore 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 Sara Krachmalnick accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Sara Krachmalnick is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sara Krachmalnick offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Krachmalnick's office at (314) 362-3937 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sara Krachmalnick?

    Please contact Dr. Krachmalnick's office at (314) 362-3937 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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