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Dr. George Bures, MD

Kansas City, KS

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Bures, Family Medicine Specialist in Kansas City, KS?

    Dr. George Bures, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, KS with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Bures completed his residency at University Of Kansas Hospital. Dr. Bures is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bures’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bures’s office at (816) 599-5111.

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

    • Residency: University Of Kansas Hospital

    Is Dr. Bures board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. George Bures, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Bures speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Bures treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bures 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. Bures. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Severe Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified
    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • HIV Screening Test
    • HIV Test
    • AIDS Test
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z114: Encounter for screening for human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
    • Sexually Transmitted Infection
    • Contact with STD
    • Suspected STI exposure
    • Sexual disease contact

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z202: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Other Vaginal Disorder
    • Vaginal Disease
    • Non-inflammatory Vaginal Conditions
    • Specific Vaginal Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N898: Other specified noninflammatory disorders of vagina

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Which procedures does Dr. Bures perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. George Bures may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bures' office.

    Does Dr. Bures accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bures accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 599-5111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bures accept in Kansas City, KS?

    Dr. Bures in Kansas City, KS 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • State of Kansas

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bures' office located?

    Dr. George Bures' Primary Practice

    21 N 12th St Ste 400

    Kansas City, KS 66102

    (816) 599-5111

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    Dr. George Bures' Practice 2

    7255 Renner Rd

    Shawnee, KS 66217

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    Dr. George Bures' Practice 3

    6013 Leavenworth Rd

    Kansas City, KS 66104

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

    Dr. Bures's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215029392.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bures?

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

    What is Dr. George Bures's specialty?

    Dr. Bures is a Family Medicine Specialist near Kansas City, KS. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Bures to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. George Bures affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Bures 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 George Bures accepting new patients in Kansas City, KS?

    Yes, Dr. George Bures is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. George Bures offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bures's office at (816) 599-5111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with George Bures?

    Please contact Dr. Bures's office at (816) 599-5111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. George Bures have?

    Dr. George Bures is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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