Summary

Dr. Richard Kruse specializes in orthopedic surgery, bringing four and a half decades of experience to treating musculoskeletal conditions. They earned their medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed their residency at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. Dr. Kruse communicates with patients in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Kruse practices at Nemours Children's Hospital Delaware in Wilmington. They focus on treating joint pain, arm fractures, and foot pain in young patients. Their treatment approach includes coordinating physical therapy, ordering extremity X-rays for proper diagnosis, and developing strength training programs to help children recover and build muscle function. Patients rate Dr. Kruse 4.0 out of 5 stars for their care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 45 years of experience
  • 50 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware

1600 Rockland RdWilmington, DE 19803
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
4.3 
4.3 
45 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Wilmington , DENewark , DENewark , DEWilmington , DE
Med School: Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine Med School: Medical College of Virginia Med School: Hahnemann University School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Kruse

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth - PPO
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Benefit Management Inc
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Centivo
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • GEHA
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Delaware
  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Delaware - PPO
  • Highmark Blue Shield - PPO
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Integra
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Maryland Physicians Care
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Prestige Health Choice
  • Riverside Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • State Farm
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Kruse has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Kruse has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Osteogenesis Imperfecta
  • Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery
  • Sports Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active
Doctor Of Osteopathy, Delaware, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center

Medical School

Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 1981

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Kruse?
You can find contact information for Dr. Richard Kruse here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Richard Kruse's office located?
Dr. Richard Kruse's office is located at 1600 Rockland Rd, Wilmington, DE, 19803.
What languages does Dr. Richard Kruse speak?
Dr. Richard Kruse speaks English and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Kruse affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Kruse is affiliated with Nemours Childrens Hospital Delaware.
Does Dr. Richard Kruse accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Kruse accepts on their Vitals profile.

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