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Who is Dr. Krassner, Hospitalist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Alexander Krassner, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Krassner is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krassner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krassner’s office at (510) 752-1000.
Is Dr. Krassner board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Krassner, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Krassner speak?
Dr. Krassner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Krassner typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Krassner 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. Krassner. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Krassner typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Krassner 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. Krassner. 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:
- Belly Fluid Drainage
- Abdominal Fluid Aspiration
- Ascites Drainage
- Peritoneal Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 49082: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); without imaging guidance
Does Dr. Krassner accept my insurance?
Dr. Krassner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 752-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Krassner accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Krassner in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Central Health
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Samaritan Health Services
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Krassner's office located?
Dr. Alexander Krassner's Primary Practice
275 W MacArthur Blvd
Oakland, CA 94611
(510) 752-1000
What is Dr. Krassner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Krassner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568744654.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krassner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Krassner
What is Dr. Alexander Krassner's specialty?
Dr. Krassner is a Hospitalist near Oakland, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Alexander Krassner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Krassner is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland 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
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Is Alexander Krassner accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Krassner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Krassner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Krassner's office at (510) 752-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Krassner?
Please contact Dr. Krassner's office at (510) 752-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Krassner have?
Dr. Alexander Krassner is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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