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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kruse, Internist in San Clemente, CA?
Dr. Torsten Kruse, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Clemente, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Kruse completed his residency at University of California, Los Angeles. He is a member of the MemorialCare Physician Society. Dr. Kruse is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kruse’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kruse’s office at (949) 364-5600.
Where did Dr. Kruse go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Marburg | University of Southern California - LA County Medical Center
Residency: University of California, Los Angeles | Kern Medical Center, Bakersfield
Medical School: Philipps-Univ, Fak Human Med, Marburg, Germany
Is Dr. Kruse board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Torsten Kruse, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kruse speak?
Dr. Kruse and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kruse typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Kruse 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. Kruse. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kruse typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Torsten Kruse may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Kruse's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kruse accept my insurance?
Dr. Kruse accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 364-5600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kruse accept in San Clemente, CA?
Dr. Kruse in San Clemente, 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthRight Group
Medicare
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kruse's office located?
Dr. Torsten Kruse also offers virtual visits
Dr. Torsten Kruse's Primary Practice
831 Via Suerte Ste 102
San Clemente, CA 92673
(949) 364-5600
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
MemorialCare Physician Society
Member
What is Dr. Kruse's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kruse's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972644482.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kruse?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kruse
What is Dr. Torsten Kruse's specialty?
Dr. Kruse is a Internist near San Clemente, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Torsten Kruse affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kruse is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Providence St. Jude Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Torrance Memorial 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Torsten Kruse accepting new patients in San Clemente, CA?
Yes, Dr. Torsten Kruse is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Torsten Kruse offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kruse's office at (949) 364-5600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Torsten Kruse?
Please contact Dr. Kruse's office at (949) 364-5600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Torsten Kruse have?
Dr. Torsten Kruse is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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