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Dr. Joseph Krien, MD

La Crosse, WI

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Krien, Family Medicine Specialist in La Crosse, WI?

    Dr. Joseph Krien, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Crosse, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Krien completed his residency at Franciscan Skemp Hlthcare, Family Medicine. Dr. Krien is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krien’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krien’s office at (608) 785-0940.

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

    • Residency: Franciscan Skemp Hlthcare, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Wi Med Sch, Madison Wi

    Is Dr. Krien board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Krien, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Krien speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Krien treat?

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

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Bacterial Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis
    • Lung Infection (Bacterial)
    • Community-acquired Pneumonia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
    • J159: Unspecified bacterial pneumonia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Krien may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Krien's office.

    Does Dr. Krien accept my insurance?

    Dr. Krien accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (608) 785-0940 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Krien accept in La Crosse, WI?

    Dr. Krien in La Crosse, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Wisconsin

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)

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    Where is Dr. Krien's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Krien's Primary Practice

    700 West Ave S

    La Crosse, WI 54601

    (608) 785-0940

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    Dr. Joseph Krien's Practice 2

    800 E Blackhawk Ave

    Prairie du Chien, WI 53821

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    Dr. Joseph Krien's Practice 3

    310 W Main St

    Sparta, WI 54656

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

    Dr. Krien's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871575464.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krien?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Krien's specialty?

    Dr. Krien is a Family Medicine Specialist near La Crosse, WI. 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. Krien to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Krien affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Krien is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Health System In La Crosse 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 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 Joseph Krien accepting new patients in La Crosse, WI?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Krien is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Krien offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Krien's office at (608) 785-0940 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Krien?

    Please contact Dr. Krien's office at (608) 785-0940 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Krien have?

    Dr. Joseph Krien is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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