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Dr. Benjamin Skoch, DO
Kansas City, KS
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Skoch, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Kansas City, KS?
Dr. Benjamin Skoch, DO is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, KS with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Skoch is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Skoch’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Skoch’s office at (816) 276-7600.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Skoch?
Dr. Benjamin Skoch, DO is a highly-rated, board-certified Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Skoch empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in End of Life Care, Telemedicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Kansas City, KS community, Dr. Skoch is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Skoch speak?
Dr. Skoch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Skoch typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Skoch 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. Skoch. 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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Skoch typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Skoch may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Skoch's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Skoch accept my insurance?
Dr. Skoch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 276-7600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Skoch accept in Kansas City, KS?
Dr. Skoch in Kansas City, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Americas Insurance Company
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
Canon
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Philadelphia American Life Insurance Co
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Skoch's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Skoch's Primary Practice
4000 Cambridge St
Kansas City, KS 66160
(816) 276-7600
What is Dr. Skoch's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Skoch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447664396.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Skoch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Skoch
What is Dr. Benjamin Skoch's specialty?
Dr. Skoch is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near Kansas City, KS.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist do?
A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Skoch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Skoch is affiliated with The University Of Kansas Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 - Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Benjamin Skoch accepting new patients in Kansas City, KS?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Skoch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Skoch offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Skoch's office at (816) 276-7600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Skoch?
Please contact Dr. Skoch's office at (816) 276-7600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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