Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Krause, Otolaryngologist in Los Altos, CA?
Dr. Paul Krause, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Los Altos, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Krause completed his residency at Kaiser Permanente Med Grp, Otolaryngology; Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, General Surgery. He is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology, Member of Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. Dr. Krause is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krause’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krause’s office at (831) 423-4111.
Where did Dr. Krause go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kaiser Permanente Med Grp, Otolaryngology; Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, General Surgery | Kaiser Permanente - Northern California | Kaiser Permanente - Northern California
Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca
Is Dr. Krause board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Paul Krause, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Krause speak?
Dr. Krause and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Krause typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Krause 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. Krause. 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:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
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:
- Nosebleed
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R040: Epistaxis
Also known as:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils and adenoids
- Big tonsils and adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
- Long-term sinus problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
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
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Krause typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Krause 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. Krause. 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 Repair
- Septoplasty
- Nasal Septum Surgery
- Submucous Resection of Septum
- Nose Septum Straightening
CPT Codes:
- 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
Also known as:
- Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
- Inferior Turbinate Resection
- Turbinate Reduction
- Nasal Airway Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method
Also known as:
- Sinus Endoscopy with Maxillary Antrostomy
- Endoscopy
- Nasal endoscopy with sinus opening
- Maxillary sinus surgery
- Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS)
CPT Codes:
- 31256: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy;
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Also known as:
- Ear Tube Insertion (General Anesthesia)
- Anesthesia
- Tympanostomy with Tubes
- Myringotomy with Tube Placement
- Ventilating Tube Insertion (Ear)
CPT Codes:
- 69436: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), general anesthesia
Also known as:
- Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
- Pediatric Tonsillectomy
- Adenoidectomy for Kids
- T&A Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12
Also known as:
- Inhalation Breathing Treatment
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Aerosol Treatment
- IPPB Treatment
- Airway Obstruction Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device
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. Krause accept my insurance?
Dr. Krause accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 423-4111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Krause accept in Los Altos, CA?
Dr. Krause in Los Altos, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Krause's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Otolaryngology, Member of Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society
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What is Dr. Krause's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Krause's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356424329.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krause?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Krause
What is Dr. Paul Krause's specialty?
Dr. Krause is a Otolaryngologist near Los Altos, CA.
What does an Otolaryngologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Paul Krause affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Krause is affiliated with Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center Of Santa Cruz, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Tahoe Forest Hospital 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
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Is Paul Krause accepting new patients in Los Altos, CA?
Yes, Dr. Paul Krause is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Krause offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Krause's office at (831) 423-4111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Krause?
Please contact Dr. Krause's office at (831) 423-4111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Krause have?
Dr. Paul Krause is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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