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Who is Dr. Vocelka, Infectious Disease Specialist in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Lucas Vocelka, DO is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Vocelka graduated from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Vocelka is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vocelka’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vocelka’s office.
Where did Dr. Vocelka go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Vocelka speak?
Dr. Vocelka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Vocelka treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Vocelka 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. Vocelka. 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:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- A4150: Gram-negative sepsis, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Bacteria in Urine
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
- Bacteriuria
- Urinary bacteria
- Infection in urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
- R8271: Bacteriuria
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Aspiration Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
- Inhalation Pneumonia
- Chemical Pneumonitis
- Aspiration Lung Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
- J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Cellulitis
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Other Acute Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Other Acute Left Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Bone Infection
- Acute Right Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
- Sudden Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Right Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation
- Acute Left Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
- Sudden Left Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Left Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M86171: Other acute osteomyelitis, right ankle and foot
- M86172: Other acute osteomyelitis, left ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Local Skin Infection
- Skin Infection
- Skin bacterial infection
- Subcutaneous tissue infection
- Localized skin infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L089: Local infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Peritoneal Abscess
- Abscess
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Abdominal abscess
- Intra-abdominal abscess
- Pus pocket in abdomen
ICD-10 Codes:
- K651: Peritoneal abscess
Also known as:
- Pus in Chest Cavity
- Abscess
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Empyema
- Pleural empyema
- Infected pleural space
ICD-10 Codes:
- J869: Pyothorax without fistula
Also known as:
- Necrotizing Fasciitis
- Bacterial Infection
- Skin Infection
- Flesh-eating disease
- Necrotizing soft tissue infection
- Gangrene
ICD-10 Codes:
- M726: Necrotizing fasciitis
Also known as:
- Inflamed Jaw
- Jaw Injuries and Disorder
- Jaw Inflammation
- Jaw Bone Infection
- Jaw Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- M272: Inflammatory conditions of jaws
Which procedures does Dr. Vocelka perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Lucas Vocelka may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vocelka's office.
Does Dr. Vocelka accept my insurance?
Dr. Vocelka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vocelka accept in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Vocelka in Kansas City, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City
Department of Veterans Affairs
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Vocelka's office located?
Dr. Lucas Vocelka's Primary Practice
2340 E Meyer Blvd Ste 392 Bldg 2
Kansas City, MO 64132
Dr. Lucas Vocelka's Practice 2
4601 W 109th St Ste 100
Overland Park, KS 66211
(913) 942-0540
What is Dr. Vocelka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vocelka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003298811.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vocelka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vocelka
What is Dr. Lucas Vocelka's specialty?
Dr. Vocelka is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Kansas City, MO.
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Contact Dr. Vocelka to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Lucas Vocelka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Vocelka is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare - Hospital, Kansas City Va Medical Center. 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
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Is Lucas Vocelka accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?
Yes, Dr. Lucas Vocelka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lucas Vocelka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vocelka's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lucas Vocelka?
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