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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Criner, Rheumatologist in Burbank, CA?
Dr. Karla Criner is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Burbank, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Criner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Criner’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Criner’s office at (818) 260-8706.
What languages does Dr. Criner speak?
Dr. Criner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Criner treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Criner 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. Criner. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the right hand
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19041: Primary osteoarthritis, right hand
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Right Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right palm
- Right wrist and hand pain
- Right hand discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79641: Pain in right hand
Also known as:
- Inflammation of the Spine
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Inflammatory Spondyloarthropathy
- Spine Arthritis
- Spondylitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4690: Unspecified inflammatory spondylopathy, site unspecified
Also known as:
- Gout
- Gouty Arthritis
- Hyperuricemia
- Uric Acid Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1A49X0: Other secondary chronic gout, multiple sites, without tophus (tophi)
Also known as:
- Lupus with Organ Involvement
- Lupus
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- SLE Affecting Organs
- Lupus Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3219: Other organ or system involvement in systemic lupus erythematosus
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
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:
- Pseudogout
- Gout
- Chondrocalcinosis
- CPPD Disease
- Calcium Pyrophosphate Deposition Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1120: Other chondrocalcinosis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome with Dry Eyes
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjögren's Keratoconjunctivitis
- Dry Eye Disease from Sjogren's', 'Sjogren's Affecting Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3501: Sjogren syndrome with keratoconjunctivitis
Which procedures does Dr. Criner perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Karla Criner may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Criner's office.
Does Dr. Criner accept my insurance?
Dr. Criner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 260-8706 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Criner accept in Burbank, CA?
Dr. Criner in Burbank, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Cigna
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Criner's office located?
Dr. Karla Criner's Primary Practice
2625 W Alameda Ave Ste 518
Burbank, CA 91505
(818) 260-8706
What is Dr. Criner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Criner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619321460.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Criner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Criner
What is Dr. Karla Criner's specialty?
Dr. Criner is a Rheumatologist near Burbank, CA. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Criner to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Karla Criner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Criner is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla 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
Where can I learn more about Rheumatologist?
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Is Karla Criner accepting new patients in Burbank, CA?
Yes, Dr. Karla Criner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karla Criner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Criner's office at (818) 260-8706 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karla Criner?
Please contact Dr. Criner's office at (818) 260-8706 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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