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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Puls, Family Medicine Specialist in Fruita, CO?
Dr. Kristina Puls, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fruita, CO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Puls is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puls’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puls’s office.
What languages does Dr. Puls speak?
Dr. Puls and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Puls typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Puls 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. Puls. 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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Puls typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kristina Puls may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Puls' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Puls accept my insurance?
Dr. Puls accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Puls accept in Fruita, CO?
Dr. Puls in Fruita, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
H & R Block
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Puls' office located?
What is Dr. Puls's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Puls's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801320809.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puls?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Puls
What is Dr. Kristina Puls's specialty?
Dr. Puls is a Family Medicine Specialist near Fruita, CO.
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. Kristina Puls affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Puls is affiliated with Community Hospital - Grand Junction, Co, Intermountain Health - St. Mary's Regional 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kristina Puls accepting new patients in Fruita, CO?
Yes, Dr. Kristina Puls is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristina Puls offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Puls's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristina Puls?
Please contact Dr. Puls's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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