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Dr. Kristin Herman, MD

Sacramento, CA

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Herman, Clinical Geneticist in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Kristin Herman, MD is a Clinical Geneticist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Herman graduated from Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine and completed her residency at Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Medical Genetics; Univ Ca Davis Health System, Pediatrics. Dr. Herman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Herman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Herman’s office at (916) 703-0300.

    Where did Dr. Herman go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Medical Genetics; Univ Ca Davis Health System, Pediatrics | UC Irvine Medical Center

    • Medical School: Southern Il Univ Sch Of Med- Springfield Il | Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Herman board certified as a Clinical Geneticist?

    Yes, Dr. Kristin Herman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Medical Genetics , American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Herman speak?

    Dr. Herman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Clinical Geneticist like Dr. Herman typically treat?

    As a Clinical Geneticist, Dr. Herman 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. Herman. 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:

    • Genetic Counseling
    • Genetic risk assessment
    • Hereditary counseling
    • DNA counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7183: Encounter for nonprocreative genetic counseling

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Sunken Chest
    • Birth Defects
    • Pectus Excavatum
    • Funnel Chest
    • Concave Chest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q676: Pectus excavatum

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism
    • Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Other Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Various Muscle Conditions
    • Uncommon Muscle Problems
    • Specific Muscle Ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6289: Other specified disorders of muscle

    Also known as:

    • Achondroplasia
    • Dwarfism
    • Hypochondroplasia
    • Short-Limb Dwarfism
    • ACH
    • Bone Growth Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q774: Achondroplasia

    Also known as:

    • Family History of Heart Disease
    • Family History
    • Heart Disease
    • Hereditary heart disease risk
    • Genetic predisposition to heart problems
    • Heart conditions in the family

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8249: Family history of ischemic heart disease and other diseases of the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Other Developmental Disabilities
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Atypical psychological development
    • Unspecified developmental disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F88: Other disorders of psychological development

    What procedures does a Clinical Geneticist like Dr. Herman typically perform?

    As a Clinical Geneticist, procedures performed by Dr. Kristin Herman may include:

    Please contact Dr. Herman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Herman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Herman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 703-0300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Herman accept in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Herman in Sacramento, 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

    • California Water Service Group

    • Care N' Care Insurance Company

    • Centene Corporation

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Herman's office located?

    Dr. Kristin Herman's Primary Practice

    4860 Y St

    Sacramento, CA 95817

    (916) 703-0300

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    Dr. Kristin Herman's Practice 2

    2425 Stockton Blvd

    Sacramento, CA 95817

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    What is Dr. Herman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Herman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407878796.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Herman?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Herman

    What is Dr. Kristin Herman's specialty?

    Dr. Herman is a Clinical Geneticist near Sacramento, CA.

    What does a Clinical Geneticist do?

    A clinical geneticist is adept at offering thorough diagnostic, management, and counseling services for genetic disorders.

    Is this Dr. Kristin Herman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Herman is affiliated with Uc Davis 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 Clinical Geneticist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Clinical Geneticist. 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 Kristin Herman accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kristin Herman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kristin Herman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Herman's office at (916) 703-0300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kristin Herman?

    Please contact Dr. Herman's office at (916) 703-0300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kristin Herman have?

    Dr. Kristin Herman is certified by the American Board of Medical Genetics and American Board of Pediatrics.

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