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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Barfuss-Walter, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Saint Joseph, MO?
Dr. Allison Barfuss-Walter, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Saint Joseph, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Barfuss-Walter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barfuss-Walter’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barfuss-Walter’s office at (816) 698-7000.
What languages does Dr. Barfuss-Walter speak?
Dr. Barfuss-Walter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Barfuss-Walter typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Barfuss-Walter 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. Barfuss-Walter. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Barfuss-Walter typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Allison Barfuss-Walter may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Barfuss-Walter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Barfuss-Walter accept my insurance?
Dr. Barfuss-Walter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 698-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Barfuss-Walter accept in Saint Joseph, MO?
Dr. Barfuss-Walter in Saint Joseph, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
6 Degrees Health
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Auxiant
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Kansas
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Barfuss-Walter's office located?
Dr. Allison Barfuss-Walter's Primary Practice
5325 Faraon St
Saint Joseph, MO 64506
(816) 698-7000
What is Dr. Barfuss-Walter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Barfuss-Walter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265773766.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barfuss-Walter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Barfuss-Walter
What is Dr. Allison Barfuss-Walter's specialty?
Dr. Barfuss-Walter is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Saint Joseph, MO.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Allison Barfuss-Walter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Barfuss-Walter is affiliated with Centerpoint Medical Center, Mosaic Life Care At St. Joseph - Medical Center, Research 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Allison Barfuss-Walter accepting new patients in Saint Joseph, MO?
Yes, Dr. Allison Barfuss-Walter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Allison Barfuss-Walter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Barfuss-Walter's office at (816) 698-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Allison Barfuss-Walter?
Please contact Dr. Barfuss-Walter's office at (816) 698-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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