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Dr. Alexa Anderson, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Joplin, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Anderson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Joplin, MO?

    Dr. Alexa Anderson, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Joplin, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Anderson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Anderson’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Anderson’s office at (417) 347-1111.

    What languages does Dr. Anderson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Anderson typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Anderson 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. Anderson. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Anderson typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexa Anderson may include:

    Please contact Dr. Anderson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Anderson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Anderson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 347-1111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Anderson accept in Joplin, MO?

    Dr. Anderson in Joplin, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Anderson's office located?

    Urgent Care

    1102 W 32nd St

    Joplin, MO 64804

    (417) 347-1111

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    Dr. Alexa Anderson's Practice 2

    113 W Hickory St

    Neosho, MO 64850

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    Dr. Alexa Anderson's Practice 3

    1636 S Madison St

    Webb City, MO 64870

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

    Dr. Anderson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780242909.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Anderson?

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

    What is Dr. Alexa Anderson's specialty?

    Dr. Anderson is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Joplin, 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 Dr. Alexa Anderson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Anderson is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis, Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis, Ummc Grenada Hospital, Methodist Olive Branch Hospital, Methodist University Hospital 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Alexa Anderson accepting new patients in Joplin, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Alexa Anderson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexa Anderson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Anderson's office at (417) 347-1111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alexa Anderson?

    Please contact Dr. Anderson's office at (417) 347-1111 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Anderson's office located?

    Dr. Anderson's offices are located in Joplin, MO, Neosho, MO, and Webb City, MO.