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Dr. Steven Krieger, MD
State College, PA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Krieger, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in State College, PA?
Dr. Steven Krieger, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in State College, PA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Krieger completed her residency at Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics. Dr. Krieger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krieger’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krieger’s office at (570) 748-3690.
Where did Dr. Krieger go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics
Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc
Is Dr. Krieger board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Steven Krieger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Krieger speak?
Dr. Krieger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Krieger typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Krieger 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. Krieger. 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.
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Krieger typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Steven Krieger may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Krieger's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Krieger accept my insurance?
Dr. Krieger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 748-3690 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Krieger accept in State College, PA?
Dr. Krieger in State College, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Krieger's office located?
Dr. Steven Krieger's Primary Practice
2134 Sandy Dr Ste 16
State College, PA 16803
(570) 748-3690
What is Dr. Krieger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Krieger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285961458.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krieger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Krieger
What is Dr. Steven Krieger's specialty?
Dr. Krieger is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near State College, PA.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Steven Krieger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Krieger is affiliated with Nch Baker 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 Steven Krieger accepting new patients in State College, PA?
Yes, Dr. Steven Krieger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steven Krieger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Krieger's office at (570) 748-3690 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Steven Krieger?
Please contact Dr. Krieger's office at (570) 748-3690 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Krieger have?
Dr. Steven Krieger is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.
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