Dr. Lewis Krata, MD

Pediatric Rheumatologist, Pediatrician, Rheumatologist

Brooklyn, NY

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Krata, Pediatric Rheumatologist in Brooklyn, NY?

Dr. Lewis Krata, MD is a Pediatric Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Krata completed his residency at Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Krata is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krata’s office at (718) 250-6227.

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

Residency: Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Pediatrics
Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma

What languages does Dr. Krata speak?

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

English
Spanish

What conditions does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Krata typically treat?

As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, Dr. Krata 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. Krata. 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:

Immunization Visit
Vaccines
Vaccination appointment
Shot visit
Immunization encounter

ICD-10 Codes:

Z23: Encounter for immunization

Also known as:

Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
Post-Treatment Check-up
Aftercare Visit
Recovery Monitoring Exam

ICD-10 Codes:

Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

Also known as:

Pneumonia
Lung Infection
Chest Infection
Pneumonitis

ICD-10 Codes:

J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

What procedures does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Krata typically perform?

As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lewis Krata may include:

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

Does Dr. Krata accept my insurance?

Dr. Krata accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 250-6227 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Krata accept in Brooklyn, NY?

Dr. Krata in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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Where is Dr. Krata's office located?

Dr. Lewis Krata's Primary Practice

121 DeKalb Ave

Brooklyn, NY 11201

(718) 250-6227

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What hospitals are Dr. Krata affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Krata has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

The Brooklyn Hospital Center,Brooklyn, NY

Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery

Ranked Knee Replacement Surgery

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

Dr. Krata's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124013784.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krata?

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

What is Dr. Lewis Krata's specialty?

Dr. Krata is a Pediatric Rheumatologist near Brooklyn, NY.

What does a Pediatric Rheumatologist do?

A pediatrician specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. A pediatric rheumatologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries, and collagen diseases.

Is Dr. Lewis Krata affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Krata is affiliated with The Brooklyn Hospital 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

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