Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wei, Neurologist in North Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Shao-Hwa Wei, DO is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in North Kansas City, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Wei is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wei’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wei’s office at (503) 413-6166.
What languages does Dr. Wei speak?
Dr. Wei and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Wei treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Wei 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. Wei. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Slurred Speech
- Aphasia
- Speech Problems
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Unclear speech
- Mumbled speech
- Dysarthria
- Difficulty speaking
- Language impairment
- Loss of speech
- Speech difficulties
- Communication issues
- Talking problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4781: Slurred speech
- R4701: Aphasia
- R479: Unspecified speech disturbances
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Brain Dysfunction
- Brain Condition
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9349: Other encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Other Muscle and Bone System Symptoms
- Movement Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Unusual Musculoskeletal Symptoms
- Muscle and Joint Problems
- Bone and Muscle Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29898: Other symptoms and signs involving the musculoskeletal system
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Vision Problems
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Other visual disturbances
- Unspecified vision issues
- Various eye problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H538: Other visual disturbances
Which procedures does Dr. Wei perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Shao-Hwa Wei may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wei's office.
Does Dr. Wei accept my insurance?
Dr. Wei accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 413-6166 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wei accept in North Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Wei in North Kansas City, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia (Regence)
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wei's office located?
Dr. Shao-Hwa Wei's Primary Practice
2790 Clay Edwards Dr Ste 1235
North Kansas City, MO 64116
(503) 413-6166
What is Dr. Wei's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wei's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205062361.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wei?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wei
What is Dr. Shao-Hwa Wei's specialty?
Dr. Wei is a Neurologist near North Kansas City, MO.
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Contact Dr. Wei to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Shao-Hwa Wei affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wei is affiliated with Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Henry Hospital, Piedmont Macon Medical Center 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
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Is Shao-Hwa Wei accepting new patients in North Kansas City, MO?
Yes, Dr. Shao-Hwa Wei is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shao-Hwa Wei offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wei's office at (503) 413-6166 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shao-Hwa Wei?
Please contact Dr. Wei's office at (503) 413-6166 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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