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Dr. Howard Krein, PHD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
4.9 (1070)
Map Pin Small Philadelphia, PA
Accepting new patients
24 years of experience
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Overview of Dr. Howard Krein, PHD

Dr. Howard Krein, PHD is an Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist in Philadelphia, PA. They specialize in Ear, Nose, and Throat, has 24 years of experience, and is board certified in Otolaryngology. They graduated from Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College and is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Dr. Krein, completed a residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals. Patients rated Dr. Krein an average 4.9 star rating.

Dr. Krein works at Thomas Jefferson University - Divison of Facial Plastics and Reconstructive Surgery in Philadelphia, PA. They frequently treat conditions like Broken Nose and Facial Fracture along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Cigna, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield and Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Krein's Office Locations

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    Herbert Kean Center for Facial Aesthetics
    925 Chestnut St Fl 7, Philadelphia, PA 19107 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (215) 395-9680

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Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Broken Nose
Facial Fracture
Facial Reconstruction
Enlarged Turbinates
Bell's Palsy
Brow Ptosis
Deviated Septum
Facial Nerve Disorder
Head or Neck Lump or Swelling
Oral Cancer
Skin Cancer
Sleep Apnea
Ablation or Excision of Nasal Turbinates
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy
Intranasal or Sinus Procedure
Nasal Septum Surgery (Septoplasty)
Rhinoseptoplasty
Wound Repair
Acoustic Neuroma
Acute Respiratory Infection
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Rhinitis
Anosmia
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Bedsores
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Benign Tumor
Big Ears
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Birthmark
Bone Cancer
Cholesteatoma
Chronic Sinusitis
Cleft Lip
Congenital Facial Deformity
Congenital Nasal Deformity
Deformities of Auricle or Pinna
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
Facial Trauma
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gum Cancer
Hair Loss
Head and Neck Cancer
Hyperparathyroidism
Laryngeal Cancer
Lip Cancer
Malignant Bone Cancer of the Skull, Face, and Jaw
Malignant Otitis Externa
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Mouth Cancer
Nasal Polyp
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Oral or Facial Cleft
Osteosarcoma
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Pharyngitis
Salivary Gland Cancer
Salivary Gland Cyst
Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sinusitis
Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
Spider Veins
Sudden Deafness and-or Hearing Loss
Throat Pain
Tonsil Cancer
Vocal Cord Nodule
Vocal Cord Paralysis
Wheezing
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Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Antrostomy and Antrotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Audiometry
Blepharoplasty
Brow Lift
Carotid Ultrasound
Cleft Palate Repair (Palatoplasty)
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
Dermal Filler
Desensitization
Destruction of Benign Skin Lesion
Destruction of Malignant Skin Lesion
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Earlobe Repair
Endoscopic Cosmetic Facial Plastic Surgery
Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
Excision of Benign Skin Lesion
Excision of Facial Bone
Excision of Parotid, Sublingual, or Submandibular Gland
Excision of Skin Cancer
Excision of Skin Lesion
Excision or Destruction of Pharynx Lesion
Excision or Destruction of Tongue Lesion
Eyelid Lift
Eyelid Surgery
Facelift
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Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
Hearing Screening
Home Sleep Study
Labiaplasty
Laryngectomy and Pharyngectomy
Liposuction
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Middle Ear Implant Candidacy Evaluation
Mohs Defect Reconstruction Surgery
Non-Cosmetic Chemodenervation
Nose Plastic Surgery (Rhinoplasty)
Oral Cancer Screening
Puncture Aspiration
Reconstructive Eyelid Surgery
Reconstructive Surgery
Repair of Brow Ptosis and Blepharoptosis
Rhinoscopy
Skin and Tissue Reduction
Skin Grafts
Thyroid Scan
Ultrasound
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    Insurance Accepted

    • Assurant Health
    • Cigna
    • Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
    • Health Net
    • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
    • Humana
    • MultiPlan
    • QualCare
    • UnitedHealthCare
    • UPMC
    • US Family Health Plan
    • WellPoint
    • Worker's Compensation

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    Ratings & Reviews

    4.9
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    Based on 1070 ratings
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    5 Star
    (995)
    4 Star
    (46)
    3 Star
    (9)
    2 Star
    (7)
    1 Star
    (13)
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    About Dr. Howard Krein, PHD

    Specialties*
    • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Years of Experience
    • 24 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
    Languages Spoken
    Gender
    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1902817323
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals
    Residency
    Internship
    • Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Howard Krein, PHD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Krein is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Krein accepts Cigna, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield and Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

    Dr. Krein has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Krein works at Thomas Jefferson University - Divison of Facial Plastics and Reconstructive Surgery in Philadelphia, PA. View the full address on Dr. Krein’s profile.

    Dr. Krein has seen patients for Broken Nose and Facial Fracture, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Krein on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    1070 patients have reviewed Dr. Krein. The overall rating for this provider is 4.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Krein.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Krein, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Krein appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

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