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Dr. Benjamin Alsop, MD

Lees Summit, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alsop, Gastroenterologist in Lees Summit, MO?

    Dr. Benjamin Alsop, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Lees Summit, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Alsop is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alsop’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alsop’s office at (816) 478-4887.

    Is Dr. Alsop board certified in Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Alsop, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Alsop speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Alsop treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Alsop 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. Alsop. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD with Esophagitis
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion
    • Reflux Esophagitis
    • Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
    • Heartburn with Esophagus Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
    • K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Change in Bowel Habits
    • Abnormal Bowel Movements
    • Bowel Movement
    • Altered Bowel Habits
    • Irregular Bowel Movements
    • Changes in Pooping
    • Unusual stool
    • Changes in poop
    • Fecal changes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R194: Change in bowel habit
    • R195: Other fecal abnormalities

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
    • K2930: Chronic superficial gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Digestive Tract Imaging
    • Abnormal GI scan
    • Unusual digestive imaging
    • Digestive system imaging findings

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R933: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other parts of digestive tract

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    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

    Does Dr. Alsop accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alsop accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 478-4887 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alsop accept in Lees Summit, MO?

    Dr. Alsop in Lees Summit, 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 and Blue Shield of Kansas City

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Healthcare Advantage

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Alsop's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Alsop's Primary Practice

    100 NE Saint Lukes Blvd

    Lees Summit, MO 64086

    (816) 478-4887

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    Dr. Benjamin Alsop's Practice 2

    2100 SE Blue Pkwy

    Lees Summit, MO 64063

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    Dr. Benjamin Alsop's Practice 3

    3800 S Whitney Ave

    Independence, MO 64055

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

    Dr. Alsop's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063674596.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alsop?

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

    What is Dr. Benjamin Alsop's specialty?

    Dr. Alsop is a Gastroenterologist near Lees Summit, MO. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Alsop to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Benjamin Alsop affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alsop is affiliated with Saint Luke's East Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?

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    Is Benjamin Alsop accepting new patients in Lees Summit, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Alsop is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benjamin Alsop offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alsop's office at (816) 478-4887 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Alsop?

    Please contact Dr. Alsop's office at (816) 478-4887 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Alsop have?

    Dr. Benjamin Alsop is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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