Dr. Jeffrey Krivit, MD
Ear, Nose, and Throat ·
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Age 63
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Dr. Jeffrey Krivit, MD is an otolaryngology (ear, nose & throat) specialist in Cedar Rapids, IA and has been practicing for 32 years. He graduated from University Of Illinois At Chicago / College Of Medicine in 1981 and specializes in ear, nose, and throat, sleep medicine otolaryngology, and more.
PHYSICIANS CLINIC OF IOWA, Cedar Rapids, IA
202 10th St SE Ste 200
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 399-2022
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- Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
- HAP Insurance
- HealthSmart
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Meridian Health Plan of Michigan
- UnitedHealthCare
- Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
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Head and Neck Surgery
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more than 99% of peers
Wound Repair
very high
more than 97% of peers
Nasal Septum Surgery (Septoplasty)
very high
more than 96% of peers
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8 Specialties
- Ear, Nose, and Throat
- Otolaryngic Allergy
- Otology
- Pediatric Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat)
- Plastic Surgery-Head & Neck
- Rhinology
- Sinus Surgery
- Sleep Medicine Otolaryngology
1 Board Certifications
- OtolaryngologyAccredited by: American Board of Otolaryngology*
71 Conditions Treated
- Acute Laryngitis
- Acute Sinusitis
- Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
- Allergic Reaction
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Bell's Palsy
- Broken Nose
- Cancer
- Cholesteatoma
- Chronic Laryngitis
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Chronic Tonsillitis
- Conductive Hearing Loss
- Cough
- Deafness
- Deviated Septum
- Dizziness
- Dysphagia
- Ear Ache
- Ear Disorders
- Earwax Buildup
- Enlarged Turbinates
- Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
- Facial Fracture
- Fracture
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal Diseases
- Gum Cancer
- Head and Neck Cancer
- Head or Neck Lump or Swelling
- Headache
- Hearing Loss
- Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
- Laryngeal Cancer
- Laryngitis
- Larynx Conditions
- Leukoplakia
- Lip Cancer
- Loss of Smell and-or Taste
- Meniere's Disease
- Nosebleed
- Oral Cancer
- Orbital Fracture
- Osteosarcoma
- Otitis Media
- Outer Ear Infection
- Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
- Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
- Perforated Eardrum
- Pharyngitis
- Salivary Gland Cancer
- Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
- Sinus Disorders
- Sinusitis
- Skin Cancer
- Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Disorders
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
- Sore Throat
- Throat Cancer (Hypopharyngeal)
- Throat Cancer (Oropharyngeal)
- Thyroid Cancer
- Tinnitus
- Tongue Cancer
- Tonsil Cancer
- Tonsillitis
- Vertigo
- Vocal Cord Nodule
- Vocal Cord Paralysis
- Vocal Cord Polyp
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42 Procedures
- Ablation or Excision of Nasal Turbinates
- Adenoidectomy
- Antrostomy and Antrotomy (Sinus Surgery)
- Balloon Sinuplasty
- Blepharoplasty
- Cervical Lymph Node Dissection
- Cochlear Implant Insertion
- Diagnostic Nasal and-or Sinus Endoscopy
- Ear Surgery
- Ear Tube Placement
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
- ENT Surgery
- Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
- Excision of Parotid, Sublingual, or Submandibular Gland
- Excision or Destruction of Dentoalveolar Lesion or Tumor
- Excision or Destruction of Palate or Uvula Lesion
- Excision or Destruction of Pharynx Lesion
- Excision or Destruction of Tongue Lesion
- Facial Reconstruction
- Facial Surgery
- Glossectomy
- Head and Neck Surgery
- Intranasal or Sinus Procedure
- Laryngoscopy - Laryngotomy - Laryngectomy - Pharyngolaryngectomy - Pharyngectomy
- Laryngoscopy and Laryngotomy
- Lip, Excision or Resection
- Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
- Nasal Septum Surgery (Septoplasty)
- Nasal Surgery
- Nose Plastic Surgery (Rhinoplasty)
- Parathyroidectomy
- Perforated Eardrum Repair (Tympanoplasty)
- Sinus Surgery
- Sphenoidotomy (Sinus Surgery)
- Thyroid Lobectomy
- Thyroid Surgery
- Thyroidectomy
- Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
- Tonsillectomy
- Tracheal Surgery
- Vestibule and Floor of Mouth, Excision or Destruction
- Wound Repair
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Education
- University Of Illinois Urbana ChampaignUndergraduate School | Graduated 1977
- University Of Illinois At Chicago / College Of MedicineMedical School | Graduated 1981
- University Of Illinois / Metropolitan Group HospitalsInternship Hospital | Completed 1982
- University Of Illinois Eye and Ear InfirmaryResidency Hospital | Completed 1986
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Honors
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
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Languages Spoken
- English
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I recently had experiences with Dr. Krivit. He is someone I will not recommend. They information he provided was lacking during diagnosis. I need to investigate further why he wanted to perform surgery. Pre-surgery he never even consulted me. Post surgery my husband found him arrogant and to busy...Read More
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May 02, 2018
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I went in for what I thought was an allergy test. I ended up waiting an extra half hour for my appointment and his rushed demeanor was apparent. He looked at my nose for a few minutes. Sprayed something in it, stuffed it with cotton, said it was medicine and left. Returned 10 minutes later and...Read More
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11Mar 27, 2018
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I went for an initial visit for breathing issues w my nose. He saw me for 5 minutes, during which he scopes me without asking. He said I needed surgery and his nurse would explain and he left. The nurse gave a brochure about 1 part but didn’t know the other part. After surgery, he talked to my...Read More
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3Adel, IA – Dec 05, 2017
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He had a horrible bedside manner. He did an unnecessary procedure, ordered a ton more tests, and didn't even do what I was referred here to do. A lot of money for a disappointment. Especially when the tests he ordered can go through my primary care physician. Every time I had a new question, it's...Read More
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3Cedar Rapids – Nov 02, 2017
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5 minutes was all he gave me to misdiagnose and then prescribe a medication that was expensive and did nothing to help. It was very frustrating, expensive and a waste of time. It is very sad that when you are referred to a specialist they don't even take the time to find out the problems you are...Read More
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4Cedar Rapids, IA – Apr 11, 2017
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