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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kreger, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Burbank, CA?
Dr. Vanessa Kreger, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Burbank, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kreger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kreger’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kreger’s office at (323) 226-7556.
What languages does Dr. Kreger speak?
Dr. Kreger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kreger typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kreger 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. Kreger. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kreger typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Vanessa Kreger may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Kreger's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kreger accept my insurance?
Dr. Kreger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 226-7556 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kreger accept in Burbank, CA?
Dr. Kreger 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Heritage Health
L.A. Care Health Plan
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kreger's office located?
Dr. Vanessa Kreger's Primary Practice
501 S Buena Vista St
Burbank, CA 91505
(323) 226-7556
What is Dr. Kreger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kreger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467849604.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kreger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kreger
What is Dr. Vanessa Kreger's specialty?
Dr. Kreger is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Burbank, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Vanessa Kreger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kreger is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Osf Healthcare St. Joseph Medical Center, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Vanessa Kreger accepting new patients in Burbank, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vanessa Kreger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vanessa Kreger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kreger's office at (323) 226-7556 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vanessa Kreger?
Please contact Dr. Kreger's office at (323) 226-7556 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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