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Dr. Dale Smith, MD

Kansas City, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Smith, Pulmonologist in Kansas City, MO?

    Dr. Dale Smith, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Smith is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smith’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith’s office at (816) 942-4500.

    What languages does Dr. Smith speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Smith typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Does Dr. Smith accept my insurance?

    Dr. Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 942-4500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Smith 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 City

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Keenan & Associates

    • Medicare

    • State of Missouri

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Smith's office located?

    Dr. Dale Smith's Primary Practice

    1004 Carondelet Dr Ste 300

    Kansas City, MO 64114

    (816) 942-4500

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    Dr. Dale Smith's Practice 2

    3901 Rainbow Blvd

    Kansas City, KS 66160

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    Dr. Dale Smith's Practice 3

    3500 S 4th St

    Leavenworth, KS 66048

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    What hospitals are Dr. Smith affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Smith has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    St. Marys Medical Center,Blue Springs, MO
    Prime Healthcare - St. Joseph Medical Center,Kansas City, MO
    Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare - Hospital,Clinton, MO
    Prime Healthcare - Providence Medical Center,Kansas City, KS

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

    Dr. Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881199271.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith?

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

    What is Dr. Dale Smith's specialty?

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is Dr. Dale Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Centerpoint Medical Center, The University Of Kansas 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. 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. Dale Smith accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Dale Smith is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dale Smith offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (816) 942-4500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dale Smith?

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (816) 942-4500 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Smith's office located?

    Dr. Smith's offices are located in Kansas City, MO, Kansas City, KS, and Leavenworth, KS.