Dr. Gary Kronen, MD
Palos Hills, IL
30 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. 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 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 as a 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 a Plastic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Kronen typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- 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:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Also known as:
- Trigger Right Middle Finger
- Trigger Right Ring 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger
- M65341: Trigger finger, right ring finger
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
What procedures does a Plastic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Kronen typically perform?
As a Plastic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Kronen 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Hand/Finger Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
- Hand Tumor Excision
- Finger Vascular Malformation Removal
- Intramuscular Hand Tumor Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
- 26113: Excision, tumor, soft tissue, or vascular malformation, of hand or finger, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 1.5 cm or greater
Also known as:
- Wrist Tendon Sheath Release
- De Quervain's Release
- Wrist Tendon Decompression
- Extensor Tendon Sheath Incision
CPT Codes:
- 25000: Incision, extensor tendon sheath, wrist (eg, deQuervains disease)
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Tendon Release Surgery for Hand or Finger
- Extensor tenolysis
- Tendon freeing surgery
- Hand tendon surgery
CPT Codes:
- 26445: Tenolysis, extensor tendon, hand OR finger, each tendon
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
- Median Nerve Neuroplasty
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Median Nerve Transposition
CPT Codes:
- 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Transfer
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less
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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
Unknown
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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.
What does a Plastic Hand Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Gary Kronen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kronen is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Osf Healthcare Little Company Of Mary Medical Center 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 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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