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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Krause, Family Medicine Specialist in Santa Maria, CA?
Dr. Peter Krause, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Maria, CA. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Krause completed his residency at Riverside Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Krause is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krause’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krause’s office at (502) 426-3500.
Where did Dr. Krause go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Riverside Hosp, Family Medicine
Medical School: Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi
Is Dr. Krause board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Peter Krause, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Krause speak?
Dr. Krause and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Krause typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Krause 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. Krause. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- PSA Test
- Prostate Exam
- Prostate Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Krause typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Peter Krause may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Krause's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Krause accept my insurance?
Dr. Krause accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 426-3500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Krause accept in Santa Maria, CA?
Dr. Krause in Santa Maria, 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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Globe Life
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Krause's office located?
Dr. Peter Krause's Primary Practice
2151 S College Dr Ste 203
Santa Maria, CA 93455
(502) 426-3500
What is Dr. Krause's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Krause's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073534442.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krause?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Krause
What is Dr. Peter Krause's specialty?
Dr. Krause is a Family Medicine Specialist near Santa Maria, CA.
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. Peter Krause affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Krause is affiliated with Dignity Health - Marian Regional 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
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 Peter Krause accepting new patients in Santa Maria, CA?
Yes, Dr. Peter Krause is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Krause offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Krause's office at (502) 426-3500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Krause?
Please contact Dr. Krause's office at (502) 426-3500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Krause have?
Dr. Peter Krause is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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