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Dr. Judith Vansickle, MD

Dr. Judith Vansickle, MD

Kansas City, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vansickle, Pediatric Nephrologist in Kansas City, MO?

    Dr. Judith Vansickle, MD is a Pediatric Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Vansickle completed her residency at Semmelweis University Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Vansickle is fluent in English, deu, and German, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vansickle’s office at (816) 234-3000.

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

    • Fellowship: Nephrology, University of Semmelweis, Budapest, HU | Pediatric Nephrology, Children's Mercy Hospitals and Clinics, Kansas City, MO

    • Residency: Semmelweis University Affiliated Hospitals | Children's Mercy Hospitals and Clinics

    What languages does Dr. Vansickle speak?

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

    • deu

    • English

    • German

    What conditions does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Vansickle typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Vansickle 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. Vansickle. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Transplant Aftercare
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Post-kidney transplant care
    • Kidney transplant follow-up
    • Renal transplant recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Vansickle typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Vansickle performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Vansickle. 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:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Does Dr. Vansickle accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vansickle 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. Vansickle accept in Kansas City, MO?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Vansickle's office located?

    Dr. Judith Vansickle's Primary Practice

    2401 Gillham Rd

    Kansas City, MO 64108

    (816) 234-3000

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    Dr. Judith Vansickle's Practice 2

    7405 Renner Rd

    Lake Quivira, KS 66217

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    Dr. Judith Vansickle's Practice 3

    4000 Cambridge St

    Kansas City, KS 66160

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

    Dr. Vansickle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174797385.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vansickle?

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

    What is Dr. Judith Vansickle's specialty?

    Dr. Vansickle is a Pediatric Nephrologist near Kansas City, MO.

    What does a Pediatric Nephrologist do?

    A pediatrician specializing in the normal and abnormal development and maturation of the kidneys and urinary tract. This expert focuses on understanding the mechanisms of kidney damage, evaluating and treating renal diseases, managing fluid and electrolyte imbalances, addressing hypertension, and overseeing renal replacement therapy.

    Is this Dr. Judith Vansickle affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vansickle is affiliated with Neosho Memorial Regional Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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 Pediatric Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Nephrologist. 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 Judith Vansickle accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Judith Vansickle is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Judith Vansickle offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Judith Vansickle?

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

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