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Dr. Laura Schmidt, MD

Dr. Laura Schmidt, MD

Kansas City, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schmidt, Cardiologist in Kansas City, MO?

    Dr. Laura Schmidt, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Schmidt is fluent in English, Urdu, Vietnamese, Welsh, Yiddish, and Yoruba, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schmidt’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schmidt’s office at (816) 931-1883.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Schmidt?

    Dr. Laura Schmidt, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Schmidt empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Congenital Heart Disease, Heart Disease in Pregnancy, Heart Disease in Women, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Kansas City/MO community, Dr. Schmidt is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Is Dr. Schmidt board certified as a Cardiologist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Schmidt speak?

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

    • English

    • Urdu

    • Vietnamese

    • Welsh

    • Yiddish

    • Yoruba

    What conditions does Dr. Schmidt treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Schmidt 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. Schmidt. 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:

    • Painful Varicose Veins
    • Varicose Veins
    • Symptomatic Varicose Veins
    • Aching Leg Veins
    • Spider Veins
    • Venous Insufficiency
    • Chronic Venous Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I83811: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with pain
    • I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain
    • I83812: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with pain

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    What procedures does Dr. Schmidt perform?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Schmidt 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. Schmidt. 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:

    • Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
    • Vein Injection Therapy
    • Varicose Vein Sclerosing
    • Chemical Ablation of Veins
    • Varicose Vein Injections
    • Vein Sclerosing
    • Incompetent Vein Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 36471: Injection of sclerosant; multiple incompetent veins (other than telangiectasia), same leg
    • 36470: Injection of sclerosant; single incompetent vein (other than telangiectasia)

    Also known as:

    • Laser Treatment for Varicose Veins
    • Endovenous Laser Ablation
    • Vein Laser Therapy
    • Varicose Vein Laser Surgery
    • Incompetent Vein Ablation

    CPT Codes:

    • 36478: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, laser; first vein treated

    Also known as:

    • Draining a Lump or Collection of Fluid
    • Abscess Aspiration
    • Cyst Drainage
    • Hematoma Puncture
    • Bulla Aspiration

    CPT Codes:

    • 10160: Puncture aspiration of abscess, hematoma, bulla, or cyst

    Does Dr. Schmidt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schmidt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 931-1883 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Tennessee

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Schmidt's office located?

    Dr. Laura Schmidt's Primary Practice

    4330 Wornall Rd Ste 2000

    Kansas City, MO 64111

    (816) 931-1883

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    Dr. Laura Schmidt's Practice 2

    2791 N Washington St

    Chillicothe, MO 64601

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    Dr. Laura Schmidt's Practice 3

    601 S 169 Hwy

    Smithville, MO 64089

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

    Dr. Schmidt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639110810.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schmidt?

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

    What is Dr. Laura Schmidt's specialty?

    Dr. Schmidt is a Cardiologist near Kansas City, MO. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Schmidt to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Laura Schmidt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schmidt is affiliated with Saint Luke's North Hospital–Barry Road, 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

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist 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 Laura Schmidt accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Schmidt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laura Schmidt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schmidt's office at (816) 931-1883 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Laura Schmidt?

    Please contact Dr. Schmidt's office at (816) 931-1883 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Schmidt have?

    Dr. Laura Schmidt is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.

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