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.

Overview based on verified provider data

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

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner

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
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4.9 
45 Years of Experience 20 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
Wilmington , DEWilmington , DENewark , DENewark , DE
Med School: Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: New York Medical College, Valhalla, NY Med School: Ohio University School of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by 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

Richard Kruse has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

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

Richard Kruse holds an active medical license in the states of Delaware and Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of Delaware that expires in 2027 and an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1981.

NPI Number

Richard Kruse's NPI number is 1063504843.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Richard Kruse speak?
Richard Kruse speaks English and Spanish.
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Where is Richard Kruse's office located?
Richard Kruse's office is located at 1600 Rockland Rd, Wilmington, DE, 19803.

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