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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kreps, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Encinitas, CA?
Dr. Christopher Kreps is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Encinitas, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kreps is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kreps’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kreps’s office at (760) 436-8667.
What languages does Dr. Kreps speak?
Dr. Kreps and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Kreps typically treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Kreps 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. Kreps. 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:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
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:
- Corns and Calluses
- Hard Skin
- Foot Calluses
- Thick Skin Patches
ICD-10 Codes:
- L84: Corns and callosities
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
What procedures does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Kreps typically perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Kreps 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. Kreps. 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:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
Also known as:
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Corn or Callus Removal
- Corns and Calluses
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
- Paring of Corn
- Cutting of Callus
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
- 11055: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); single lesion
Also known as:
- Ingrown Toenail Removal
- Nail Matrix Excision
- Permanent Nail Removal
- Deformed Nail Surgery
- Toenail Avulsion
CPT Codes:
- 11750: Excision of nail and nail matrix, partial or complete (eg, ingrown or deformed nail), for permanent removal;
Also known as:
- Bunion Correction with Bone Cut
- Hallux valgus correction with osteotomy
- Bunionectomy with metatarsal osteotomy
- Big toe bunion surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28296: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with distal metatarsal osteotomy, any method
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
- Hammertoe Correction Surgery
- Hammertoe Repair
- Toe Straightening Surgery
- Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
CPT Codes:
- 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
Also known as:
- Foot Nerve Injection for Pain (Morton's Neuroma)
- Morton's Neuroma Injection
- Plantar Digital Nerve Block
- Foot Nerve Steroid Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64455: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; plantar common digital nerve(s) (eg, Morton's neuroma)
Does Dr. Kreps accept my insurance?
Dr. Kreps accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 436-8667 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kreps accept in Encinitas, CA?
Dr. Kreps in Encinitas, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Inland Empire Health Plan
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kreps' office located?
Dr. Christopher Kreps' Primary Practice
501 N El Camino Real Ste 201
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 436-8667
What is Dr. Kreps's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kreps's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932551082.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kreps?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kreps
What is Dr. Christopher Kreps's specialty?
Dr. Kreps is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Encinitas, CA.
What does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon do?
Podiatrist with specialization in foot and ankle surgery has expertise in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the foot, ankle, and lower extremities. This includes both surgical and non-surgical approaches for issues like fractures, deformities, and arthritis, with a focus on improving mobility and foot health.
Is this Dr. Christopher Kreps affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kreps is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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
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Is Christopher Kreps accepting new patients in Encinitas, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Kreps is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Kreps offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kreps's office at (760) 436-8667 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Kreps?
Please contact Dr. Kreps's office at (760) 436-8667 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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