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Dr. Christopher Sweeney, MD

Kansas City, MO

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    Who is Dr. Sweeney, Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician in Kansas City, MO?

    Dr. Christopher Sweeney, MD is a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Sweeney completed his residency at So Il Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics. Dr. Sweeney is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sweeney’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sweeney’s office at (816) 234-3000.

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

    • Residency: So Il Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics | So Il Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics

    Is Dr. Sweeney board certified in Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Sweeney, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Sweeney speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Sweeney treat?

    As a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician, Dr. Sweeney 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. Sweeney. 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:

    • Other Cerebral Palsy
    • Cerebral Palsy
    • Mixed Cerebral Palsy
    • Atypical CP
    • Unspecified Cerebral Palsy
    • CP
    • Brain paralysis
    • Childhood motor disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G808: Other cerebral palsy
    • G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Intractable Complex Partial Seizures with Status Epilepticus
    • Epilepsy
    • Drug-Resistant Complex Partial Seizures with Status Epilepticus
    • Continuous Intractable Focal Seizures
    • Refractory Complex Partial Status Epilepticus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40211: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, with status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Brain Injury with Unknown Loss of Consciousness
    • Head Injury with Unclear Fainting
    • Brain Trauma with Undetermined LOC
    • Unspecified Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0689AD: Other specified intracranial injury with loss of consciousness status unknown, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Critical congenital heart disease
    • HLHS
    • Underdeveloped Left Heart
    • Complex Congenital Heart Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Failure
    • Gut Failure
    • Bowel Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K9083: Intestinal failure

    Also known as:

    • Severe Malnutrition
    • Malnutrition
    • Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
    • Starvation
    • Kwashiorkor
    • Marasmus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition

    Also known as:

    • Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
    • Trouble Starting to Swallow
    • Throat Swallowing Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase

    Does Dr. Sweeney accept my insurance?

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • MedImpact

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Sweeney's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Sweeney's Primary Practice

    2401 Gillham Rd

    Kansas City, MO 64108

    (816) 234-3000

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    Dr. Christopher Sweeney's Practice 2

    2301 Holmes St

    Kansas City, MO 64108

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    Dr. Christopher Sweeney's Practice 3

    3101 Broadway Blvd

    Kansas City, MO 64111

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

    Dr. Sweeney's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275649733.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sweeney?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Sweeney's specialty?

    Dr. Sweeney is a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician near Kansas City, MO. A developmental-behavioral specialist is a pediatrician with advanced training and experience focused on promoting the optimal development of children and families through research, education, clinical care, and advocacy. This physician plays a key role in preventing, diagnosing, and managing developmental challenges and problematic behaviors in children, as well as addressing family dysfunctions that may hinder children's development. Contact Dr. Sweeney to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Sweeney affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Sweeney is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician?

    Explore Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician 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 Christopher Sweeney accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Sweeney is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Sweeney offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Sweeney?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Sweeney have?

    Dr. Christopher Sweeney is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.

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