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Dr. Frankie Crain-Ruf, MD
Knoxville, TN
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Crain-Ruf, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Frankie Crain-Ruf, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN. She is board certified. Dr. Crain-Ruf graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine and completed her residency at Emory University Program A. Dr. Crain-Ruf is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Crain-Ruf’s office at (865) 541-8000.
Where did Dr. Crain-Ruf go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Emory University Program A
Medical School: Emory University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Crain-Ruf board certified as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Frankie Crain-Ruf, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Crain-Ruf speak?
Dr. Crain-Ruf and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Crain-Ruf typically treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Crain-Ruf 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. Crain-Ruf. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
- Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Crain-Ruf typically perform?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Frankie Crain-Ruf may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Crain-Ruf's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Crain-Ruf accept my insurance?
Dr. Crain-Ruf accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 541-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Crain-Ruf accept in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Crain-Ruf in Knoxville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Where is Dr. Crain-Ruf's office located?
Dr. Frankie Crain-Ruf's Primary Practice
2018 Clinch Ave
Knoxville, TN 37916
(865) 541-8000
What is Dr. Crain-Ruf's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Crain-Ruf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649457979.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Crain-Ruf?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Crain-Ruf
What is Dr. Frankie Crain-Ruf's specialty?
Dr. Crain-Ruf is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Knoxville, TN.
What does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment.
Is this Dr. Frankie Crain-Ruf affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Crain-Ruf is affiliated with The University Of Tennessee Medical Center, Prisma Health Greenville Memorial 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 Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Frankie Crain-Ruf accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Frankie Crain-Ruf is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Frankie Crain-Ruf offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Crain-Ruf's office at (865) 541-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Frankie Crain-Ruf?
Please contact Dr. Crain-Ruf's office at (865) 541-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Frankie Crain-Ruf have?
Dr. Frankie Crain-Ruf is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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