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Dr. Alexander Lane, DO

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Internist

Kansas City, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lane, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Kansas City, MO?

    Dr. Alexander Lane, DO is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lane is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lane’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lane’s office at (816) 968-9320.

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

    • Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lane speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Lane typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Lane 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. Lane. 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:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pancreatic Cancer
    • Pancreas Cancer
    • Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
    • Pancreatic Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Lane typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Lane may include:

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

    Does Dr. Lane accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lane accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 968-9320 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Lane 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Missouri

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lane's office located?

    Dr. Alexander Lane's Primary Practice

    9001 State Line Rd Ste 300

    Kansas City, MO 64114

    (816) 968-9320

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    Dr. Alexander Lane's Practice 2

    2790 Clay Edwards Dr Ste 123

    Kansas City, MO 64116

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    Dr. Alexander Lane's Practice 3

    10100 W 87th St Ste 100

    Overland Park, KS 66212

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

    Dr. Lane's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023380664.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lane?

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

    What is Dr. Alexander Lane's specialty?

    Dr. Lane is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Kansas City, MO.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Alexander Lane affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lane is affiliated with Research Medical Center, Nkc Health 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. 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. Alexander Lane accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Lane is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Lane offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lane's office at (816) 968-9320 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alexander Lane?

    Please contact Dr. Lane's office at (816) 968-9320 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lane's office located?

    Dr. Lane's offices are located in Kansas City, MO and Overland Park, KS.