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Dr. Russell Krienke, MD

Austin, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Krienke, Family Medicine Specialist in Austin, TX?

    Dr. Russell Krienke, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Austin, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Krienke graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at Austin Med Educ Prog-Seton Hlt, Family Medicine. Dr. Krienke is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krienke’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krienke’s office at (512) 443-1311.

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

    • Residency: Austin Med Educ Prog-Seton Hlt, Family Medicine | University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School Program

    • Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Krienke board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Russell Krienke, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Krienke speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Krienke typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Krienke 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. Krienke. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    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. Krienke typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Russell Krienke may include:

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

    Does Dr. Krienke accept my insurance?

    Dr. Krienke accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (512) 443-1311 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Krienke accept in Austin, TX?

    Dr. Krienke in Austin, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sendero Health Plans

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Krienke's office located?

    Arc South 1st

    3828 S 1st St

    Austin, TX 78704

    (512) 443-1311

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    490 Arc Southwest

    1807 W Slaughter Ln Ste 490

    Austin, TX 78748

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    500 Arc Hutto

    151 Exchange Blvd Ste 500

    Hutto, TX 78634

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

    Dr. Krienke's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821004177.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krienke?

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

    What is Dr. Russell Krienke's specialty?

    Dr. Krienke is a Family Medicine Specialist near Austin, TX.

    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. Russell Krienke affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Krienke is affiliated with St. David's South Austin 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Russell Krienke accepting new patients in Austin, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Russell Krienke is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Russell Krienke offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Krienke's office at (512) 443-1311 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Russell Krienke?

    Please contact Dr. Krienke's office at (512) 443-1311 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Russell Krienke have?

    Dr. Russell Krienke is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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