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Dr. Alison Scholes, MD

Dr. Alison Scholes, MD

Kansas City, MO

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Scholes, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Kansas City, MO?

    Dr. Alison Scholes, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Scholes graduated from UNIVERSITY HOSPS AND CLINICS. Dr. Scholes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scholes’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scholes’s office at (816) 932-2047.

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

    • Medical School: University of Mo, Columbia Sch of Med, Columbia Mo | University of Missouri / Columbia Campus | UNIVERSITY HOSPS AND CLINICS

    Is Dr. Scholes board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Alison Scholes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Scholes speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Scholes treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Scholes 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. Scholes. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Alcohol Use Disorder with Intoxication
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Alcohol use disorder
    • Alcohol abuse with acute intoxication
    • Problem drinking with intoxication
    • Alcohol poisoning

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F10120: Alcohol abuse with intoxication, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Which procedures does Dr. Scholes perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Alison Scholes may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Scholes' office.

    Does Dr. Scholes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Scholes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 932-2047 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Inland Empire

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Scholes' office located?

    Dr. Alison Scholes' Primary Practice

    4401 Wornall Rd

    Kansas City, MO 64111

    (816) 932-2047

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

    Dr. Scholes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538272406.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scholes?

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

    What is Dr. Alison Scholes's specialty?

    Dr. Scholes is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Kansas City, MO. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Scholes to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alison Scholes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Scholes is affiliated with Saint Luke's Cancer Institute, Saint Luke's Cancer Institute, Methodist Hospital - Omaha, NE which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Alison Scholes accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Alison Scholes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alison Scholes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Scholes's office at (816) 932-2047 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alison Scholes?

    Please contact Dr. Scholes's office at (816) 932-2047 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alison Scholes have?

    Dr. Alison Scholes is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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