19 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Krol, Family Medicine Specialist in Grand Rapids, MI?
Dr. Kara Krol, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Grand Rapids, MI with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Krol graduated from Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine and completed her residency at Oakwood Hospital. Dr. Krol is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krol’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krol’s office at (616) 267-7015.
Where did Dr. Krol go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Oakwood Hospital
Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine | Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Krol board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kara Krol, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Krol speak?
Dr. Krol and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Krol typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Krol 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. Krol. 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Krol typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Krol 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. Krol. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Also known as:
- Breast Biopsy with Stereotactic Guidance
- Breast Biopsy
- Stereotactic Breast Biopsy
- Image-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 19081: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including stereotactic guidance
Also known as:
- IUD Insertion
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- IUD placement
- Birth control implant
CPT Codes:
- 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
- Impacted earwax removal
- Ear lavage
- Ear syringing
CPT Codes:
- 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Krol accept my insurance?
Dr. Krol accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 267-7015 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Krol accept in Grand Rapids, MI?
Dr. Krol in Grand Rapids, MI 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 Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Krol's office located?
Dr. Kara Krol's Primary Practice
2750 E Beltline Ave NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
(616) 267-7015
What is Dr. Krol's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Krol's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407897788.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krol?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Krol
What is Dr. Kara Krol's specialty?
Dr. Krol is a Family Medicine Specialist near Grand Rapids, MI.
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. Kara Krol affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Krol is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Corewell Health Greenville Hospital, Corewell Health Pennock Hospital, Bronson Battle Creek Hospital, Ascension Borgess Hospital, University Of Michigan Health - West 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
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Is Kara Krol accepting new patients in Grand Rapids, MI?
No, Dr. Kara Krol is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kara Krol offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Krol's office at (616) 267-7015 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kara Krol?
Please contact Dr. Krol's office at (616) 267-7015 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kara Krol have?
Dr. Kara Krol is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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