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Dr. John Krebs, MD

Dr. John Krebs, MD

Cleveland, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Krebs, Orthopedic Surgeon in Cleveland, OH?

    Dr. John Krebs, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Krebs graduated from University of Kentucky College of Medicine. Dr. Krebs is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krebs’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krebs’s office at (440) 409-0280.

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

    • Medical School: University of Kentucky College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Krebs speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Krebs typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Krebs 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. Krebs. 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:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Krebs typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Krebs 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. Krebs. 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:

    • Total Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Total Knee Arthroplasty
    • Knee Joint Replacement
    • Full Knee Replacement
    • TKA Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)

    Also known as:

    • Wrist or Hand Joint Replacement (Interposition)
    • Intercarpal Arthroplasty
    • Carpometacarpal Joint Replacement
    • Tendon Interposition Arthroplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 25447: Arthroplasty, Intercarpal Or Carpometacarpal Joints; Interposition (Eg, Tendon)

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair

    Also known as:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed

    Also known as:

    • Total Shoulder Replacement
    • Glenohumeral Arthroplasty
    • Shoulder Joint Replacement
    • Proximal Humeral Replacement
    • Artificial Shoulder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 23472: Arthroplasty, glenohumeral joint; total shoulder (glenoid and proximal humeral replacement (eg, total shoulder))

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    Does Dr. Krebs accept my insurance?

    Dr. Krebs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (440) 409-0280 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Krebs accept in Cleveland, OH?

    Dr. Krebs in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • Pharmacy Network Services

    • Summa Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Krebs' office located?

    Dr. John Krebs' Primary Practice

    2322 E 22nd St Ste 201

    Cleveland, OH 44115

    (440) 409-0280

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    Dr. John Krebs' Practice 2

    25200 Center Ridge Rd Ste 1100

    Westlake, OH 44145

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    Dr. John Krebs' Practice 3

    3557 Embassy Pkwy

    Akron, OH 44333

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

    Dr. Krebs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649256801.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krebs?

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

    What is Dr. John Krebs's specialty?

    Dr. Krebs is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Cleveland, OH.

    What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.

    Is this Dr. John Krebs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Krebs is affiliated with Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center Hospital, Fairview Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Cleveland Clinic - Lutheran Hospital, Hillcrest Hospital, Summa Health System – Akron Campus 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

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    Is John Krebs accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?

    Yes, Dr. John Krebs is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Krebs offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Krebs's office at (440) 409-0280 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Krebs?

    Please contact Dr. Krebs's office at (440) 409-0280 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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