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Dr. Nicholas Krier, MD

Santa Maria, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Krier, Anesthesiologist in Santa Maria, CA?

    Dr. Nicholas Krier, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Santa Maria, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Krier is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krier’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krier’s office at (805) 739-3000.

    What languages does Dr. Krier speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Krier treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Krier 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. Krier. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Weeks of Pregnancy
    • Pregnancy
    • Unspecified Gestational Age
    • Unknown Pregnancy Duration
    • Undetermined Weeks Pregnant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3A00: Weeks of gestation of pregnancy not specified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Tooth Decay
    • Cavities
    • Dental Caries
    • Tooth Rot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K029: Dental caries, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Sleep Apnea
    • Breathing Pauses During Sleep
    • Snoring Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
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    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Does Dr. Krier accept my insurance?

    Dr. Krier accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 739-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Krier accept in Santa Maria, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Territories

    • All Other Third Party

    • Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Directors Guild of America Employees

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentinel Security Life

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Krier's office located?

    Dr. Nicholas Krier's Primary Practice

    1400 E Church St

    Santa Maria, CA 93454

    (805) 739-3000

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

    Dr. Krier's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689818056.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krier?

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

    What is Dr. Nicholas Krier's specialty?

    Dr. Krier is a Anesthesiologist near Santa Maria, CA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Krier to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nicholas Krier affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Krier is affiliated with Dignity Health - Marian Regional 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist 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 Nicholas Krier accepting new patients in Santa Maria, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Nicholas Krier is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nicholas Krier offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Krier's office at (805) 739-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Krier?

    Please contact Dr. Krier's office at (805) 739-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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