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Dr. Gary Kronen, MD
Palos Hills, IL
30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Kronen, Plastic Hand Surgeon in Palos Hills, IL?
Dr. Gary Kronen, MD is a Plastic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Palos Hills, IL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Kronen graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Surgery Of The Hand-Plastic Surgery; A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Plastic Surgery; A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, General Surgery. Dr. Kronen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kronen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kronen’s office at (708) 237-7200.
Where did Dr. Kronen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Surgery Of The Hand-Plastic Surgery; A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Plastic Surgery; A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, General Surgery | Albert Einstein College Med | Jacobi Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine Program
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
Is Dr. Kronen board certified in Plastic Hand Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Gary Kronen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Kronen speak?
Dr. Kronen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Kronen treat?
As a Plastic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Kronen 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. Kronen. 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:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Trigger Right Middle Finger
- Trigger Right Ring Finger
- Trigger Left Ring Finger
- Trigger Left Middle Finger
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
- Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Right Middle Finger
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Ring Finger
- Right Ring Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Right Ring Finger
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Ring Finger
- Left Ring Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Left Ring Finger
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Middle Finger
- Left Middle Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Left Middle Finger
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger
- M65341: Trigger finger, right ring finger
- M65342: Trigger finger, left ring finger
- M65332: Trigger finger, left middle finger
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- Removal of Internal Fixation Device
- After Surgery
- Fractures
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
- Hardware removal surgery
- Implant removal procedure
- Fixation device extraction
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
- Z472: Encounter for removal of internal fixation device
Also known as:
- Trigger Thumb
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Thumb
- Thumb Tendonitis
- Thumb Locking
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65311: Trigger thumb, right thumb
- M65312: Trigger thumb, left thumb
Also known as:
- De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- De Quervain's Disease', 'Washerwoman's Sprain
- Radial Styloid Tenosynovitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M654: Radial styloid tenosynovitis [de Quervain]
Also known as:
- Right Arm Lump or Swelling
- Left Arm Lump or Swelling
- Right Upper Limb Mass
- Bump on Right Arm
- Right Arm Nodule
- Left Upper Limb Mass
- Bump on Left Arm
- Left Arm Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2231: Localized swelling, mass and lump, right upper limb
- R2232: Localized swelling, mass and lump, left upper limb
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Thumb Arthritis
- Primary Right First CMC Joint Arthritis
- Right Hand Thumb Base Osteoarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
- M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
Also known as:
- Right Hand Pain
- Left Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right palm
- Right wrist and hand pain
- Right hand discomfort
- Ache in left hand
- Left hand discomfort
- Sore left hand
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79641: Pain in right hand
- M79642: Pain in left hand
Also known as:
- Dupuytren's Contracture
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Dupuytren contracture
- Palmar fibromatosis
- Viking disease
- Hand contracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- M720: Palmar fascial fibromatosis [Dupuytren]
Also known as:
- Stiffness in Right Hand
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Stiff Right Hand
- Limited Right Hand Movement
- Right Hand Rigidity
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25641: Stiffness of right hand, not elsewhere classified
Which procedures does Dr. Kronen perform as a Plastic Hand Surgeon?
As a Plastic Hand Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Gary Kronen may include:
- Abdominal Wall Surgery
- Acute Burn Resuscitation
- Aesthetic Surgery Consultation
- Aesthetic Surgery Follow Up
- Body Sculpting Consultation
- Body Sculpting Treatment (Non-Surgical)
- Breast Augmentation
- Breast Biopsy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kronen's office.
Does Dr. Kronen accept my insurance?
Dr. Kronen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 237-7200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kronen accept in Palos Hills, IL?
Dr. Kronen in Palos Hills, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kronen's office located?
Dr. Gary Kronen's Primary Practice
10330 S Roberts Rd
Palos Hills, IL 60465
(708) 237-7200
What is Dr. Kronen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kronen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346267341.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kronen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kronen
What is Dr. Gary Kronen's specialty?
Dr. Kronen is a Plastic Hand Surgeon near Palos Hills, IL. A plastic surgeon with specialized training in the investigation, preservation, and restoration of all structures of the upper extremity that impact the form and function of the hand and wrist through medical, surgical, and rehabilitative methods. Contact Dr. Kronen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gary Kronen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kronen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Advocate Christ Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Gary Kronen accepting new patients in Palos Hills, IL?
Yes, Dr. Gary Kronen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gary Kronen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kronen's office at (708) 237-7200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gary Kronen?
Please contact Dr. Kronen's office at (708) 237-7200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gary Kronen have?
Dr. Gary Kronen is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
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