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Dr. Kristina Knisely, MD

Elizabethtown, KY

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Knisely, Pediatrician in Elizabethtown, KY?

    Dr. Kristina Knisely, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Elizabethtown, KY. She has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Knisely completed her residency at Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Knisely is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Knisely’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Knisely’s office at (270) 765-2107.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Knisely?

    Dr. Kristina Knisely, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician 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. Knisely empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Elizabethtown/KY community, Dr. Knisely is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky

    Is Dr. Knisely board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Kristina Knisely, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Knisely speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Knisely treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Knisely 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. Knisely. 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:

    • 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:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
    • H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood obesity
    • Pediatric high BMI
    • Overweight child BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Overweight Child
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood Overweight
    • Pediatric Overweight
    • High BMI in Children

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6853: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 85th percentile to less than 95th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Knisely perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Kristina Knisely may include:

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

    Does Dr. Knisely accept my insurance?

    Dr. Knisely accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 765-2107 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Knisely accept in Elizabethtown, KY?

    Dr. Knisely in Elizabethtown, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Passport Health Plan

    • State of Kentucky

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Knisely's office located?

    Dr. Kristina Knisely's Primary Practice

    1301 Ring Rd

    Elizabethtown, KY 42701

    (270) 765-2107

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

    Dr. Knisely's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104881622.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Knisely?

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

    What is Dr. Kristina Knisely's specialty?

    Dr. Knisely is a Pediatrician near Elizabethtown, KY. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Knisely to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kristina Knisely affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Knisely is affiliated with Baptist Health Hardin 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 Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician 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 Kristina Knisely accepting new patients in Elizabethtown, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Kristina Knisely is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kristina Knisely offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Knisely's office at (270) 765-2107 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kristina Knisely?

    Please contact Dr. Knisely's office at (270) 765-2107 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kristina Knisely have?

    Dr. Kristina Knisely is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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