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Dr. Laura Kraus, MD

Pediatrician

Jefferson City, TN

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Kraus, Pediatrician in Jefferson City, TN?

    Dr. Laura Kraus, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Jefferson City, TN. She is board certified. Dr. Kraus graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC and completed her residency at Baystate Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Kraus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kraus’s office at (865) 375-6005.

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

    • Residency: Baystate Med Ctr, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn | Georgetown University, Washington, DC

    Is Dr. Kraus board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Kraus, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Kraus speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Kraus typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Kraus 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. Kraus. 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 Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Speech and Language Delay from Hearing Loss
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Hearing Impairment Language Delay
    • Deafness-Related Speech Delay
    • Auditory Processing Language Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F804: Speech and language development delay due to hearing loss

    Also known as:

    • Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Cerebral Palsy
    • Paralysis
    • Quadriplegic CP
    • Spastic CP affecting all limbs
    • Four-limb spastic paralysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Normal Hearing Test
    • Clear Ear Checkup
    • Routine Audiology Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Kraus typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Kraus performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Kraus. 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:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Does Dr. Kraus accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kraus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 375-6005 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kraus accept in Jefferson City, TN?

    Dr. Kraus in Jefferson City, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kraus' office located?

    Dr. Laura Kraus' Primary Practice

    1059 E Highway 11 E

    Jefferson City, TN 37760

    (865) 375-6005

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

    Dr. Kraus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902820624.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kraus?

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

    What is Dr. Laura Kraus's specialty?

    Dr. Kraus is a Pediatrician near Jefferson City, TN.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Laura Kraus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Kraus is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Laura Kraus accepting new patients in Jefferson City, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Kraus is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laura Kraus offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kraus' office at (865) 375-6005 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Laura Kraus?

    Please contact Dr. Kraus' office at (865) 375-6005 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kraus' office located?

    Dr. Kraus' office is located in Jefferson City, TN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Kraus have?

    Dr. Laura Kraus is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.