--- title: "Dr. Craig E. Krcal | Podiatrist in Novato, CA | Sutter Health" description: "Dr. Craig E. Krcal, DPM practices Podiatry in Novato, CA. Accepting new patients." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-craig-e-krcal-2064105475" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Find a provider](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider) / 3. Craig E. Krcal, DPM ![Craig E. Krcal, DPM](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/rR1DcfxDajU939t3ijoZCJRskZOy6yFh_cTC4hammLA/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) # Craig E. Krcal, DPM ## Podiatry - Accepting new patients [165 Rowland WaySuite 207Novato, CA 94945](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=165+Rowland+Way+Novato%2C+CA+94945+US) ## Schedule appointment [415-209-2680](tel:+14152092680) Jump to: - [About](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-craig-e-krcal-2064105475#provider-about) - [Insurance](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-craig-e-krcal-2064105475#provider-health-plans) - [Locations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-craig-e-krcal-2064105475#provider-locations) - [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-craig-e-krcal-2064105475#provider-services) ## About Dr. Krcal Languages English Gender Male Ages treated All ages Uses [My Health Online](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/my-health-online) for scheduling and messaging Offers [video visits](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-care/video-visits) for existing patients ### Approach to care He takes a conservative approach to foot and ankle care and has vast experience to help patients decide when surgery may be right for them on a case-by-case basis. He takes pride in treating his patients the same way he would treat his friends and family. His personal foot and ankle interests include ankle replacements, flat foot surgery, deformity correction, trauma and revision surgery. As a former Division I Pole Vaulter who remains active, he understands what it means to maintain mobility and independence. He believes staying on your feet and continuing to do the things that keep you active and healthy is the key to a healthy lifestyle and promotes longevity. ### Professional highlights Dr. Krcal is a board certified, fellowship trained foot and ankle surgeon who specializes in trauma and reconstruction. He has extensive training in all issues of the lower extremity and treats all ages. ### Outside of medicine Outside of Medicine, Dr. Krcal enjoys spending time with his family and his Rhodesian Ridgeback. His hobbies include running, Cleveland sports, photography, cooking and woodworking. ## Education and training **Licensure and certification:** ABFAS Certified in Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery ## Affiliations ### Medical groups - Sutter Medical Group of the Redwoods ## Accepted insurance Search plan or carrier name **Aetna (20 plans)** ### Aetna - Aetna Choice POS II - Aetna Select EPO - Aetna Select Open Access - Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA) - Aetna Student Health Program - Aetna Value Network HMO (AVN) - Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA) - Health Fund POS - HMO - HMO Deductible Plans - Managed Choice POS - National Advantage Plan (NAP) - Open Access Elect Choice EPO - Open Access Managed Choice POS - Open Choice PPO - Quality Point of Service (QPOS) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) - Copay Plan - Open Access Aetna Select - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) ACA High Deductible Health Plan POS II (ACA HDHP-POS II) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) High Deductible Health Plan POS II (HDHP POS II) - Traditional Choice **Alignment (4 plans)** ### Alignment - Alignment Health Plan My Choice (Medicare Advantage PPO) - Alignment Health Sutter Advantage +More (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage PPO) **Anthem Blue Cross of California (19 plans)** ### Anthem Blue Cross of California - Advantage HMO - Anthem Blue Cross HMO Saver Small Group Plan - Anthem Blue Cross HMO, also sometimes known as California Care or Rural Cal Care (includes CalPERS Traditional HMO) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO/POS (California Care Plus) - Anthem Blue Cross Individual and Family EPO Bronze/Silver/Gold/Platinum-Covered California (Pathway - EPO) - Anthem Blue Cross Small Group HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum PPO (Prudent Buyer Plan) - Anthem High Performance Narrow Network - Anthem Medicare Preferred PPO Medicare Advantage Plans for Group Retirees - Behavioral Health Program - BlueCard - CareAdvocate PPO - Direct Access - Federal Employee Program (FEP) - PPO - GeoBlue - Indemnity - Managed Care Services - My Choice PPO - SmartSense **Blue Shield of California (23 plans)** ### Blue Shield of California - Active Choice PPO - Administrative Services Only (ASO) - Self-Funded PPO - Blue Shield $0 Cost Share PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield Access+ HMO Plan - Blue Shield Added Advantage POS (Point-Of-Service) Plan**Note:** - PPO Benefit Level - Blue Shield Bronze PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield CalPERS EPO - Blue Shield CalPERS Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Gold PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Life and Health Insurance Company - Blue Shield Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Minimum Coverage PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield of California PPO/EPO (aka Full Network PPO/EPO) - Blue Shield Platinum PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Silver PPO (IFP & Small Group) - BlueCard Plan - Federal Employee Program - PPO**Note:** - FEP accesses Anthem Blue Cross for Hospital Providers - Indemnity - PERS Platinum PPO - Shared Advantage - PPO/EPO and Shared Advantage Plus - PPO/EPO (Full Network PPO) - UC Care PPO - University of California HealthSavings+ - Vital Shield 900 Plans Coverage can vary, so we suggest confirming with your health plan and provider’s office before your visit. ## Care locations [165 Rowland Way Medical Offices](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/165-rowland-way-medical-offices-1043247221) 165 Rowland Way Suite 207 Novato, CA 94945 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=165+Rowland+Way+Novato%2C+CA+94945+US) [415-209-2680](tel:+14152092680) 707-573-5502 Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 4:00 am Tuesday 8:00 am - 4:00 am Wednesday 8:00 am - 4:00 am Thursday 8:00 am - 4:00 am Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 am Saturday Closed **View additional hours** Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 4:00 am Tuesday 8:00 am - 4:00 am Wednesday 8:00 am - 4:00 am Thursday 8:00 am - 4:00 am Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 am Saturday Closed ## Areas of expertise Explore the services and treatments this provider may offer. **Clinical expertise** ### Procedures - Achilles tendon reconstruction - Achilles tendon rupture surgery - Ankle arthroscopy - Ankle fracture surgery - Ankle ligament reconstruction - Ankle Reconstruction Surgery - Ankle replacement surgery - Ankle tendon repair - Bunionectomy - Cavus Foot Correction - Flat Foot Correction - Foot and ankle arthritis surgery - Foot and ankle cartilage restoration and repair - Foot reconstruction ### Conditions - Achilles tendon injury - Achilles Tendonitis - Ankle impingement - [Ankle injuries](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/foot-and-ankle) - Ankle instability - [Ankle pain](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/foot-and-ankle) - Broken ankle - Bunions - Complex Fractures of the Ankle - Complex Fractures of the Foot - Flat feet - Foot and ankle arthritis - Foot and ankle tendonitis - Hammer toe - Torn ligament in ankle ## Related services offered by Sutter - [Podiatry](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/podiatry) ## Similar providers nearby - ![Yuxi Guan](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/eji6Z2nYRwShQT5hWqH9hqy5UEk8L925ViHxaM1eQbo/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) ### [Yuxi Guan, DPM](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-yuxi-guan-2078846543) 165 Rowland Way Suite 207 Novato, CA 94945 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=165+Rowland+Way+Novato%2C+CA+94945+US) [866-810-0738](tel:+18668100738) #### Podiatry - 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