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Dr. Katherine Krenek, MD

Palo Alto, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Krenek, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Katherine Krenek, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Krenek is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krenek’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krenek’s office at (650) 497-8000.

    What languages does Dr. Krenek speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Krenek treat?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Krenek 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. Krenek. 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:

    • Broken left upper arm bone above the elbow, with bone out of place
    • Broken right upper arm bone above the elbow, with bone out of place
    • Elbow Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Displaced left supracondylar humerus fracture
    • Left elbow fracture
    • Broken arm bone
    • Displaced right supracondylar humerus fracture
    • Right elbow fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S42412A: Displaced simple supracondylar fracture without intercondylar fracture of left humerus, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S42411A: Displaced simple supracondylar fracture without intercondylar fracture of right humerus, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Scoliosis
    • Adolescent Scoliosis of Mid-Back
    • Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
    • Scoliosis in Children and Teens
    • Curved Spine
    • Spinal Curvature
    • Backbone Curve
    • Thoracolumbar Adolescent Scoliosis
    • Teen Mid-Back Curve
    • Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M419: Scoliosis, unspecified
    • M41125: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Pyogenic Arthritis
    • Infectious Arthritis
    • Pus-forming Arthritis
    • Septic Arthritis
    • Bacterial Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M009: Pyogenic arthritis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Right Leg Pain
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right lower limb
    • Right leg discomfort
    • Aching right leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79604: Pain in right leg

    Also known as:

    • Congenital Flatfoot
    • Birth Defects
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pes Planus at Birth
    • Flat Feet (Congenital)
    • Congenital Pes Planus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q6651: Congenital pes planus, right foot

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Bone Disorder
    • Bone Disease
    • General bone problem
    • Undiagnosed bone condition
    • Bone disease not specified

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M899: Disorder of bone, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Krenek perform as a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Katherine Krenek may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Krenek's office.

    Does Dr. Krenek accept my insurance?

    Dr. Krenek accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 497-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Krenek accept in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Krenek in Palo Alto, 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

    • Community Health Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Scripps Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Krenek's office located?

    Dr. Katherine Krenek's Primary Practice

    725 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (650) 497-8000

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    Dr. Katherine Krenek's Practice 2

    5893 Copley Dr

    San Diego, CA 92111

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    Dr. Katherine Krenek's Practice 3

    2450 Riverside Ave # R200

    Minneapolis, MN 55454

    (612) 273-8043

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

    Dr. Krenek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316437445.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krenek?

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

    What is Dr. Katherine Krenek's specialty?

    Dr. Krenek is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near Palo Alto, CA. An orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in pediatric orthopedics focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal issues in infants, children, and adolescents. This includes addressing limb and spine deformities (such as clubfoot and scoliosis), gait abnormalities (like limping), bone and joint infections, and fractures. Contact Dr. Krenek to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Katherine Krenek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Krenek is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center 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 Katherine Krenek accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Katherine Krenek is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Katherine Krenek offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Krenek's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Katherine Krenek?

    Please contact Dr. Krenek's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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