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Dr. Kristina Alaan, MD

Tampa, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alaan, Infectious Disease Specialist in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Kristina Alaan, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL. Dr. Alaan graduated from American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine. Dr. Alaan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alaan’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alaan’s office at (855) 988-2273.

    Where did Dr. Alaan go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Alaan speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Alaan typically treat?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Alaan 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. Alaan. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
    • Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
    • Skin Condition
    • Non-Pressure Leg Sore
    • Persistent Leg Wound
    • Right Leg Skin Ulcer
    • Open Sore on Lower Leg
    • Left Leg Skin Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97812: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
    • L97822: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Ulcer of the Right Ankle
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Ulcer
    • Open Sore
    • Venous Ulcer
    • Non-healing Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97312: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right ankle with fat layer exposed

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sores
    • Bedsores
    • Decubitus Ulcers
    • Pressure Ulcers

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Myeloma
    • Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Active multiple myeloma
    • Untreated multiple myeloma
    • Plasma cell myeloma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission

    What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Alaan typically perform?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Alaan 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. Alaan. 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:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
    • Skin and Tissue Debridement
    • Skin Substitute Graft Application
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Skin Replacement
    • Bioengineered Skin Application
    • Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Debridement
    • Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
    • Skin Replacement Procedure
    • Wound Covering Application

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
    • 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 15272: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; each additional 25 sq cm wound surface area, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
    • Proud flesh removal
    • Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
    • Granulation tissue treatment
    • Wound cautery

    CPT Codes:

    • 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)

    Also known as:

    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Covering Application
    • Skin Replacement Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area

    Does Dr. Alaan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alaan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (855) 988-2273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alaan accept in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Alaan in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Alaan's office located?

    Dr. Kristina Alaan's Primary Practice

    12902 Usf Magnolia Dr

    Tampa, FL 33612

    (855) 988-2273

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

    Dr. Alaan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144475419.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alaan?

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

    What is Dr. Kristina Alaan's specialty?

    Dr. Alaan is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Tampa, FL.

    What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?

    An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

    Is this Dr. Kristina Alaan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alaan is affiliated with Wvu Medicine J.w. Ruby Memorial 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

    When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease Specialist. Explore 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 Kristina Alaan accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Kristina Alaan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kristina Alaan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alaan's office at (855) 988-2273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kristina Alaan?

    Please contact Dr. Alaan's office at (855) 988-2273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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