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Dr. William Krauss, MD

Dr. William Krauss, MD

Rochester, MN

45 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Krauss, Neurosurgeon in Rochester, MN?

    Dr. William Krauss, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Rochester, MN. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Krauss graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons and completed his residency at Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Neurological Surgery; Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Neurological Surgery; Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, General Surgery. He is a member of the Minnesota Medical Association/Zumbro Valley. Dr. Krauss is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krauss’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krauss’s office at (507) 284-2511.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Krauss?

    Dr. William Krauss, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Krauss empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Peripheral Nerve Surgery, Spinal Surgery, Spinal Tumors, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Rochester/MN community, Dr. Krauss is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Fellow - NIH/Charles Dana Fellow: Columbia University | Fellow - Spine Fellow: Medical College of Wisconsin | Medical College of Wisconsin, Spine Surgery Fellowship

    • Residency: Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Neurological Surgery; Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Neurological Surgery; Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, General Surgery | Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals | Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Program

    • Medical School: Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny | Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons

    Is Dr. Krauss board certified in Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. William Krauss, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Krauss speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Krauss treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Krauss 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. Krauss. 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:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis
    • Narrowing of the Spinal Canal
    • Spinal Canal Stenosis
    • Nerve Compression in Spine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M4800: Spinal stenosis, site unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
    • Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
    • Degenerative Neck Myelopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Joint Fusion Status
    • Surgical Joint Fusion
    • Arthrodesis History
    • Fused Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Syringomyelia
    • Spinal Cord Condition
    • Myelopathy
    • Syrinx
    • Spinal Cord Cyst
    • Fluid-filled Cavity in Spinal Cord

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified
    • G950: Syringomyelia and syringobulbia

    Also known as:

    • Endocrine or Nervous System Tumor of Unspecified Behavior
    • Endocrine Gland Neoplasm
    • Nervous System Neoplasm
    • Unspecified Gland Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D497: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of endocrine glands and other parts of nervous system

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
    • Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
    • Lower Back Spinal Slip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region

    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

    Also known as:

    • Bursal Cyst (Other Site)
    • Joint Disorder
    • Fluid-filled sac in bursa
    • Bursa lump
    • Cyst on bursa

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7138: Other bursal cyst, other site

    Also known as:

    • Benign Spinal Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Non-cancerous spinal cord lining tumor
    • Spinal membrane tumor
    • Spinal meningeal tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D321: Benign neoplasm of spinal meninges

    Does Dr. Krauss accept my insurance?

    Dr. Krauss accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 284-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Krauss accept in Rochester, MN?

    Dr. Krauss in Rochester, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

    • Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)

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    Where is Dr. Krauss' office located?

    Dr. William Krauss' Primary Practice

    1216 2nd St SW

    Rochester, MN 55902

    (507) 284-2511

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    Minnesota Medical Association/Zumbro Valley

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

    Dr. Krauss's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164492252.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krauss?

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

    What is Dr. William Krauss's specialty?

    Dr. Krauss is a Neurosurgeon near Rochester, MN. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Krauss to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Krauss is affiliated with Mayo Clinic 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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    Is William Krauss accepting new patients in Rochester, MN?

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

    Does Dr. William Krauss offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Krauss's office at (507) 284-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with William Krauss?

    Please contact Dr. Krauss's office at (507) 284-2511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Krauss have?

    Dr. William Krauss is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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