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Dr. Susan Kring, MD

Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Family Medicine Specialist

Greenville, SC

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kring, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Greenville, SC?

    Dr. Susan Kring, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Greenville, SC. She has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Kring completed her residency at Me-Dartmouth Fam Prac Res, Family Medicine. Dr. Kring is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kring’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kring’s office at (864) 454-8120.

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

    • Residency: Me-Dartmouth Fam Prac Res, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Pa, Philadelphia

    Is Dr. Kring board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Susan Kring, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kring speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kring typically treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kring 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. Kring. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Weakness
    • Frailty in old age
    • Physical decline with age
    • Weakness due to aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R54: Age-related physical debility

    Also known as:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kring typically perform?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kring 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. Kring. 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:

    • Chest Wall Manipulation for Lung Function
    • Chest Physiotherapy
    • Cupping for Lungs
    • Percussion and Vibration Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 94668: Manipulation chest wall, such as cupping, percussing, and vibration to facilitate lung function; subsequent

    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

    Also known as:

    • Inhalation Breathing Treatment
    • Nebulizer Treatment
    • Aerosol Treatment
    • IPPB Treatment
    • Airway Obstruction Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Does Dr. Kring accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kring accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (864) 454-8120 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kring accept in Greenville, SC?

    Dr. Kring in Greenville, SC 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 South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Devoted Health

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kring's office located?

    Dr. Susan Kring's Primary Practice

    255 Enterprise Blvd

    Greenville, SC 29615

    (864) 454-8120

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

    Dr. Kring's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235123860.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kring?

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

    What is Dr. Susan Kring's specialty?

    Dr. Kring is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Greenville, SC.

    What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?

    An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.

    Is Dr. Susan Kring affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kring is affiliated with Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Easley 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric 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 Dr. Susan Kring accepting new patients in Greenville, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Susan Kring is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Susan Kring offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kring's office at (864) 454-8120 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Susan Kring?

    Please contact Dr. Kring's office at (864) 454-8120 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kring's office located?

    Dr. Kring's office is located in Greenville, SC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Susan Kring have?

    Dr. Susan Kring is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.