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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kresta, Family Medicine Specialist in Branson, MO?
Dr. Laura Kresta, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Branson, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kresta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kresta’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kresta’s office at (417) 831-8074.
What languages does Dr. Kresta speak?
Dr. Kresta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kresta typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kresta 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. Kresta. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Chronic Combined Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Mixed Heart Failure
- Chronic Biventricular Heart Failure
- Ongoing Systolic and Diastolic Dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5042: Chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kresta typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Kresta may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Kresta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kresta accept my insurance?
Dr. Kresta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 831-8074 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kresta accept in Branson, MO?
Dr. Kresta in Branson, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carepoint Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Essence Healthcare
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kresta's office located?
Dr. Laura Kresta's Primary Practice
448 State Highway 248 Ste 150
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 831-8074
What is Dr. Kresta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kresta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558637298.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kresta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kresta
What is Dr. Laura Kresta's specialty?
Dr. Kresta is a Family Medicine Specialist near Branson, MO.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Laura Kresta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kresta is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Springfield, Cox Medical Center South 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine 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 Laura Kresta accepting new patients in Branson, MO?
Yes, Dr. Laura Kresta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Kresta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kresta's office at (417) 831-8074 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Kresta?
Please contact Dr. Kresta's office at (417) 831-8074 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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