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Dr. Joel Alderson, DO

Wichita, KS

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alderson, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Wichita, KS?

    Dr. Joel Alderson, DO is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Wichita, KS with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Alderson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alderson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alderson’s office at (316) 685-8428.

    Where did Dr. Alderson go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine

    Is Dr. Alderson board certified as an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Alderson, DO is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    What languages does Dr. Alderson speak?

    Dr. Alderson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Alderson treat?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Alderson 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. Alderson. 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • HPV and Pap Test Results
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Pap Test
    • HPV Test
    • Cervical Smear
    • Early Cervical Cancer Detection
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Cecum Polyp
    • Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous cecum growth
    • Cecal adenoma
    • Cecum benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
    • Transverse colon adenoma
    • Transverse colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
    • D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon

    Also known as:

    • Blood and Bone Marrow Disorder
    • Monoclonal Gammopathy
    • Blood Disorder
    • Bone Marrow Disease
    • Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
    • Hematologic Conditions
    • Diseases of Blood-Forming Organs
    • MGUS
    • Plasma Cell Disorder
    • Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D759: Disease of blood and blood-forming organs, unspecified
    • D472: Monoclonal gammopathy

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
    • Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Stones
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Hydronephrosis due to Stones
    • Kidney Stone Obstruction
    • Ureteral Stone Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Myeloma
    • Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Active multiple myeloma
    • Untreated multiple myeloma
    • Plasma cell myeloma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    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:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum

    What procedures does Dr. Alderson perform?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Alderson performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Alderson. 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:

    • Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
    • Biopsy
    • Bone Marrow Tests
    • Bone Marrow Exam
    • Bone Marrow Sample Collection
    • Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)

    Does Dr. Alderson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alderson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (316) 685-8428 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alderson accept in Wichita, KS?

    Dr. Alderson in Wichita, 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

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Dollar General

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of Tennessee

    • Trustmark Insurance Company

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Alderson's office located?

    Dr. Joel Alderson's Primary Practice

    4174 S Oliver St Bldg 174H

    Wichita, KS 67210

    (316) 685-8428

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    Dr. Joel Alderson's Practice 2

    550 N Hillside St

    Wichita, KS 67214

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    Dr. Joel Alderson's Practice 3

    600 Medical Center Dr

    Newton, KS 67114

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    What is Dr. Alderson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Alderson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629121686.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alderson?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alderson

    What is Dr. Joel Alderson's specialty?

    Dr. Alderson is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Wichita, KS. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Alderson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joel Alderson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alderson is affiliated with Ascension Via Christi St. Francis, CHRISTUS St. Michael Health System, Wesley 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 Joel Alderson accepting new patients in Wichita, KS?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Alderson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joel Alderson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alderson's office at (316) 685-8428 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joel Alderson?

    Please contact Dr. Alderson's office at (316) 685-8428 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Alderson have?

    Dr. Joel Alderson is certified by the American Board of Pathology.

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