KK
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Kwedar, Retina Specialist in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Kathleen Kwedar, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kwedar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kwedar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kwedar’s office at (913) 261-2020.
What languages does Dr. Kwedar speak?
Dr. Kwedar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kwedar treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Kwedar 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. Kwedar. 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Exudative AMD
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Moderate Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Left Eye)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- Moderate Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Left Eye
- Moderate Retina Damage Left Eye with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Left Eye
- Advanced diabetic eye disease
- Diabetic retinopathy (proliferative)
- New blood vessel growth in eye from diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E113311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113312: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
- E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113591: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, right eye
- E113592: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, left eye
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
- CRVO
- Eye stroke (vein)
- Central eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
- H348110: Central retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
- Blocked Central Retinal Vein
- Retinal Disorder
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- BRVO
- Eye Stroke
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- CRVO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
- H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
Which procedures does Dr. Kwedar perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kathleen Kwedar may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kwedar's office.
Does Dr. Kwedar accept my insurance?
Dr. Kwedar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (913) 261-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kwedar accept in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Kwedar 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx
State of Missouri
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Kwedar's office located?
Dr. Kathleen Kwedar's Primary Practice
4320 Wornall Rd Ste 220
Kansas City, MO 64111
(913) 261-2020
What is Dr. Kwedar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kwedar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538699350.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kwedar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kwedar
What is Dr. Kathleen Kwedar's specialty?
Dr. Kwedar is a Retina Specialist near Kansas City, MO. An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions. Contact Dr. Kwedar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kathleen Kwedar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kwedar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University Health Truman 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
Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?
Explore Retina Specialist with 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 Kathleen Kwedar accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?
Yes, Dr. Kathleen Kwedar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kathleen Kwedar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kwedar's office at (913) 261-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kathleen Kwedar?
Please contact Dr. Kwedar's office at (913) 261-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Retina Specialist Near Kansas City, MO
Retina Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Michael Cassell, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
Kansas City, MO
RA
Retina Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Radwan Ajlan, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, KS with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
Kansas City, KS
MC
Retina Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Mary Champion, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, KS with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
Kansas City, KS