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Dr. Lance Waldo, MD

Kansas City, MO

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Lance Waldo, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Waldo completed his residency at Christ Hospital University Ill. Dr. Waldo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waldo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waldo’s office at (816) 932-2047.

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

    • Residency: Christ Hospital University Ill

    Is Dr. Waldo board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Lance Waldo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Waldo speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Waldo typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Waldo 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. Waldo. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Migraine
    • Migraine headache
    • Severe headache
    • Vascular headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Waldo typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Lance Waldo may include:

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

    Does Dr. Waldo accept my insurance?

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

    Dr. Waldo 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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Waldo's office located?

    Dr. Lance Waldo's Primary Practice

    4401 Wornall Rd

    Kansas City, MO 64111

    (816) 932-2047

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    Dr. Lance Waldo's Practice 2

    12300 Metcalf Ave

    Overland Park, KS 66213

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    Dr. Lance Waldo's Practice 3

    904 Wollard Blvd

    Richmond, MO 64085

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

    Dr. Waldo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881707750.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waldo?

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

    What is Dr. Lance Waldo's specialty?

    Dr. Waldo is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Kansas City, MO.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Lance Waldo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Waldo is affiliated with Centerpoint Medical Center, Nkc Health, Saint Luke's East Hospital 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Lance Waldo accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Lance Waldo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lance Waldo offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Lance Waldo?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lance Waldo have?

    Dr. Lance Waldo is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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