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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Knotts, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Joplin, MO?
Dr. Derek Knotts, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Joplin, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Knotts is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Knotts’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Knotts’s office at (417) 556-2300.
What languages does Dr. Knotts speak?
Dr. Knotts and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Knotts typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Knotts 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. Knotts. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Neck Muscle Strain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled neck muscle
- Cervical strain
- Neck soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
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:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Knotts typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Derek Knotts 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. Knotts' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Knotts accept my insurance?
Dr. Knotts accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 556-2300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Knotts accept in Joplin, MO?
Dr. Knotts in Joplin, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Indian Health Services
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Knotts' office located?
What is Dr. Knotts's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Knotts's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235497363.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Knotts?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Knotts
What is Dr. Derek Knotts's specialty?
Dr. Knotts is a 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 this Dr. Derek Knotts affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Knotts is affiliated with Hillcrest Hospital South, Ascension St. John Medical Center, Hillcrest Medical Center, Mercy Hospital Springfield 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 Derek Knotts accepting new patients in Joplin, MO?
Yes, Dr. Derek Knotts is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derek Knotts offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Knotts's office at (417) 556-2300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derek Knotts?
Please contact Dr. Knotts's office at (417) 556-2300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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