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Dr. William Krooss, MD

Pearl, MS

43 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Krooss, Family Medicine Specialist in Pearl, MS?

    Dr. William Krooss, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pearl, MS with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Krooss is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krooss’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krooss’s office at (601) 939-8921.

    What languages does Dr. Krooss speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Krooss treat?

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

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Hypertensive Urgency
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure Urgency
    • Urgent High Blood Pressure
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I160: Hypertensive urgency
    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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

    Also known as:

    • Transient Ischemic Attack
    • Mini-Stroke
    • Warning Stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Krooss perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. William Krooss may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Krooss' office.

    Does Dr. Krooss accept my insurance?

    Dr. Krooss accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 939-8921 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Krooss accept in Pearl, MS?

    Dr. Krooss in Pearl, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Ascension Health

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Krooss' office located?

    Dr. William Krooss' Primary Practice

    187 Doctors Dr

    Pearl, MS 39208

    (601) 939-8921

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    Dr. William Krooss' Practice 2

    1030 River Oaks Dr

    Flowood, MS 39232

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    Dr. William Krooss' Practice 3

    2100 Highway 61 N

    Vicksburg, MS 39183

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

    Dr. Krooss's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588653901.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krooss?

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

    What is Dr. William Krooss's specialty?

    Dr. Krooss is a Family Medicine Specialist near Pearl, MS. 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. Contact Dr. Krooss to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. William Krooss affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Krooss is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Rapides Regional Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine 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 William Krooss accepting new patients in Pearl, MS?

    Yes, Dr. William Krooss is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Krooss offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Krooss's office at (601) 939-8921 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with William Krooss?

    Please contact Dr. Krooss's office at (601) 939-8921 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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