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Dr. Richard Krieger, MD

Hillsborough, NJ

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Krieger, Infectious Disease Specialist in Hillsborough, NJ?

    Dr. Richard Krieger, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Hillsborough, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Krieger completed his residency at Med Coll Of Pa & Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Med Coll Of Pa & Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Krieger is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krieger’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krieger’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Krieger?

    Dr. Richard Krieger, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Krieger empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Endocarditis, Lyme Disease, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Hillsborough/NJ community, Dr. Krieger is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Of Pa & Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Med Coll Of Pa & Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj

    Is Dr. Krieger board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Krieger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Krieger speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Krieger treat?

    As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Krieger 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. Krieger. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • Kidney Infection
    • Pus in Urine
    • Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis)
    • Urine and Urination
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection
    • Pyelonephritis
    • Acute Kidney Infection
    • Renal Infection
    • Pyuria
    • White blood cells in urine
    • Cloudy urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
    • N10: Acute pyelonephritis
    • R8281: Pyuria

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lobar Pneumonia
    • Aspiration Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis
    • Lung Lobe Infection
    • Bacterial Pneumonia
    • Severe Pneumonia
    • Inhalation Pneumonia
    • Chemical Pneumonitis
    • Aspiration Lung Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
    • J181: Lobar pneumonia, unspecified organism
    • J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified
    • R5081: Fever presenting with conditions classified elsewhere

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
    • Cellulitis
    • Cellulitis of Right Upper Limb
    • Left Leg Skin Infection
    • Bacterial Left Leg Infection
    • Spreading Left Leg Infection
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Leg Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection
    • Right Arm Skin Infection
    • Bacterial Right Arm Infection
    • Spreading Right Arm Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
    • L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
    • L03113: Cellulitis of right upper limb

    Also known as:

    • High White Blood Cell Count
    • Blood Disorder
    • Leukocytosis
    • Elevated leukocyte count
    • High WBC count

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

    • C. diff Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Clostridioides difficile infection
    • Clostridium difficile colitis
    • C. difficile-associated diarrhea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A0472: Enterocolitis due to Clostridium difficile, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Skin Problems from Radiation
    • Radiation Exposure
    • Skin Condition
    • Radiation dermatitis
    • Radiation skin reaction
    • Radiation-induced skin changes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L598: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue related to radiation

    Also known as:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Inflammation
    • Bladder Disease
    • Cystitis
    • Bladder Infection
    • Painful Bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3090: Cystitis, unspecified without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Krieger perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Does Dr. Krieger accept my insurance?

    Dr. Krieger 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. Krieger accept in Hillsborough, NJ?

    Dr. Krieger in Hillsborough, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Gorman-Rupp Co

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • State of New Jersey

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Krieger's office located?

    Dr. Richard Krieger's Primary Practice

    105 Raider Blvd Ste 101

    Hillsborough, NJ 08844

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    Dr. Richard Krieger's Practice 2

    8 Saddle Rd Ste 203

    Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927

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    Dr. Richard Krieger's Practice 3

    765 State Route 10 Ste 201

    Randolph, NJ 07869

    (973) 989-0068

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

    Dr. Krieger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184648347.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krieger?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Krieger's specialty?

    Dr. Krieger is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Hillsborough, NJ.

    An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

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    Is this Dr. Richard Krieger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Krieger is affiliated with Atlantic Health Chilton 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

    Where can I learn more about Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Explore Infectious Disease Specialist with 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 Richard Krieger accepting new patients in Hillsborough, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Krieger is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Krieger offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Krieger's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Krieger?

    Please contact Dr. Krieger's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Krieger have?

    Dr. Richard Krieger is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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