23 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Clarkston, Internist in West Plains, MO?
Dr. Kendell Clarkston, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in West Plains, MO. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Clarkston is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Clarkston’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Clarkston’s office at (417) 469-5124.
Is Dr. Clarkston board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Kendell Clarkston, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Clarkston speak?
Dr. Clarkston and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Clarkston typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Clarkston 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. Clarkston. 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:
- Dementia
- Dementia with Agitation
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
- Agitated dementia
- Restlessness in dementia
- Behavioral problems with dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
- F03911: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, with agitation
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Need for Personal Care Assistance
- Help with daily living
- Assistance with self-care
- Activities of daily living support
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z741: Need for assistance with personal care
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Clarkston typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Clarkston performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Clarkston. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Group Speech Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
- Group Language Therapy
- Group Voice Therapy
- Group Communication Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
- 92508: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Group, 2 Or More Individuals
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Clarkston accept my insurance?
Dr. Clarkston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 469-5124 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Clarkston accept in West Plains, MO?
Dr. Clarkston in West Plains, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Missouri
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Clarkston's office located?
Dr. Kendell Clarkston's Primary Practice
1100 N Kentucky Ave
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 469-5124
What is Dr. Clarkston's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Clarkston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922116284.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Clarkston?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Clarkston
What is Dr. Kendell Clarkston's specialty?
Dr. Clarkston is a Internist near West Plains, MO.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Kendell Clarkston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Clarkston is affiliated with Saint Luke's Cancer Institute, Saint Luke's Cancer Institute, Saint Luke's East Hospital, Research Medical Center 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
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Is Kendell Clarkston accepting new patients in West Plains, MO?
Yes, Dr. Kendell Clarkston is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kendell Clarkston offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Clarkston's office at (417) 469-5124 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kendell Clarkston?
Please contact Dr. Clarkston's office at (417) 469-5124 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kendell Clarkston have?
Dr. Kendell Clarkston is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.
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