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Dr. Kripa Christiansen, MD

North Kansas City, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Christiansen, Anesthesiologist in North Kansas City, MO?

    Dr. Kripa Christiansen, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in North Kansas City, MO with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Christiansen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Christiansen’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Christiansen’s office at (816) 691-2021.

    What languages does Dr. Christiansen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Christiansen treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Christiansen 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. Christiansen. 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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Single Live Birth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery
    • One baby born alive
    • Vaginal birth of one baby

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
    • Z370: Single live birth

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Access Device Management
    • Vascular Access Care
    • Port Management
    • Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device

    Does Dr. Christiansen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Christiansen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 691-2021 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Christiansen in North 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

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Christiansen's office located?

    Dr. Kripa Christiansen's Primary Practice

    2700 Clay Edwards Dr Ste 240

    North Kansas City, MO 64116

    (816) 691-2021

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    Dr. Kripa Christiansen's Practice 2

    9100 W 74th St

    Overland Park, KS 66204

    (913) 632-2230

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

    Dr. Christiansen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437312089.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Christiansen?

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

    What is Dr. Kripa Christiansen's specialty?

    Dr. Christiansen is a Anesthesiologist near North Kansas City, MO. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Christiansen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kripa Christiansen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Christiansen is affiliated with North Kansas City 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 Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with 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 Kripa Christiansen accepting new patients in North Kansas City, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Kripa Christiansen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kripa Christiansen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Christiansen's office at (816) 691-2021 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kripa Christiansen?

    Please contact Dr. Christiansen's office at (816) 691-2021 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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