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Dr. Kim Schultheiss, MD

Critical Care Surgeon, Critical Care Internist, Specialist

Kansas City, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schultheiss, Critical Care Surgeon in Kansas City, MO?

    Dr. Kim Schultheiss, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO. Dr. Schultheiss is fluent in English, Arabic, Italian, Persian, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schultheiss’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schultheiss’s office at (229) 312-4156.

    What languages does Dr. Schultheiss speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English
    • Italian
    • Persian
    • Russian
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Schultheiss typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Schultheiss 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. Schultheiss. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Schultheiss typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Kim Schultheiss may include:

    Please contact Dr. Schultheiss' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Schultheiss accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schultheiss accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (229) 312-4156 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Schultheiss 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 Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Schultheiss' office located?

    Dr. Kim Schultheiss' Primary Practice

    2316 E Meyer Blvd

    Kansas City, MO 64132

    (229) 312-4156

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    What hospitals are Dr. Schultheiss affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Schultheiss has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Multicare Deaconess Hospital,Spokane, WA
    Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare - Hospital,Clinton, MO

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

    Dr. Schultheiss's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831227560.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schultheiss?

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

    What is Dr. Kim Schultheiss's specialty?

    Dr. Schultheiss is a Critical Care Surgeon near Kansas City, MO.

    What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?

    A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. Kim Schultheiss affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schultheiss is affiliated with Research Medical Center, Carle Health Methodist 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

    When to see a Critical Care Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Surgeon. Explore 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 Dr. Kim Schultheiss accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Kim Schultheiss is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kim Schultheiss offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schultheiss' office at (229) 312-4156 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kim Schultheiss?

    Please contact Dr. Schultheiss' office at (229) 312-4156 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Schultheiss' office located?

    Dr. Schultheiss' office is located in Kansas City, MO.