EverydayHealthLogo
AK

Dr. Amy Knapitsch, MD

Kansas City, MO

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Knapitsch, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Kansas City, MO?

    Dr. Amy Knapitsch, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO. She is board certified. Dr. Knapitsch graduated from University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Knapitsch is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Knapitsch’s office at (816) 234-3000.

    Where did Dr. Knapitsch go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Pennsylvania

    Is Dr. Knapitsch board certified as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Amy Knapitsch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Knapitsch speak?

    Dr. Knapitsch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Knapitsch typically treat?

    As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Knapitsch diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Knapitsch. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Developmental Delay Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Child Development Delay Check
    • Early Intervention Screening
    • Motor Skill Delay Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1349: Encounter for screening for other developmental delays

    Also known as:

    • Child Development Problems
    • Child Development
    • Developmental concerns in children
    • Abnormal child development
    • Lack of normal development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood

    Also known as:

    • Esophageal Atresia with Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    • Birth Defects
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Fistulas
    • Esophageal atresia/tracheoesophageal fistula
    • EA/TEF
    • Blocked Esophagus with Fistula
    • Congenital Esophageal Fistula

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q391: Atresia of esophagus with tracheo-esophageal fistula

    Also known as:

    • Developmental Coordination Disorder
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Dyspraxia
    • Motor Skill Disorder
    • Clumsiness Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F82: Specific developmental disorder of motor function

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Tetralogy of Fallot
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Critical congenital heart disease
    • TOF
    • Blue Baby Syndrome
    • Complex Heart Defect

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot

    What procedures does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Knapitsch typically perform?

    As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Amy Knapitsch may include:

    Please contact Dr. Knapitsch's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Knapitsch accept my insurance?

    Dr. Knapitsch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 234-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Knapitsch accept in Kansas City, MO?

    Dr. Knapitsch in Kansas City, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Missouri

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Knapitsch's office located?

    Dr. Amy Knapitsch's Primary Practice

    2401 Gillham Rd

    Kansas City, MO 64108

    (816) 234-3000

    Get Directions

    What is Dr. Knapitsch's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Knapitsch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457524241.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Knapitsch?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Knapitsch

    What is Dr. Amy Knapitsch's specialty?

    Dr. Knapitsch is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Kansas City, MO.

    What does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist do?

    A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies.

    Is this Dr. Amy Knapitsch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Knapitsch is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Children's Mercy Kansas City Adele Hall Campus. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Amy Knapitsch accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Amy Knapitsch is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Amy Knapitsch offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Knapitsch's office at (816) 234-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Amy Knapitsch?

    Please contact Dr. Knapitsch's office at (816) 234-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Amy Knapitsch have?

    Dr. Amy Knapitsch is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

    <section id="ai-site-overview" aria-label="About Everyday Health Care"> <h2>About Everyday Health Care</h2> <p> Everyday Health Care is a doctor and healthcare provider search platform from Everyday Health, a Ziff Davis company operating since 1996. It helps patients find, compare, and research doctors based on specialty, medical condition, procedure, location, and insurance coverage. </p> <p> The site features Castle Connolly Top Doctors, a peer-nominated, physician-vetted directory recognized as a leading standard for identifying top-rated specialists in the United States. Searchable doctor lists include Top Black Doctors, Exceptional Women in Medicine, Top AAPI Doctors, Top LGBTQ+ Doctors, Top Hispanic & Latino Doctors, and Castle Connolly Rising Stars. </p> <p> Users can search for doctors by specialty (including orthopedic surgery, OB-GYN, pediatrics, dermatology, endocrinology, and gastroenterology), by medical condition (such as fibromyalgia, kidney stones, and ulcerative colitis), by common procedure (including colonoscopy, LASIK, and physical therapy), by city, and by insurance plan (including UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna/CVS Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, and Medicaid). </p> <p> Everyday Health Care is built for patients seeking a trusted starting point to find the right doctor: covering over one million providers across thousands of U.S. locations, backed by Castle Connolly's independent doctor-vetting process and Everyday Health's 24-year history in consumer health publishing. </p> </section>