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Dr. James Gaunt, DO

North Kansas City, MO

    Who is Dr. Gaunt, Otolaryngologist in North Kansas City, MO?

    Dr. James Gaunt, DO is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in North Kansas City, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gaunt is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gaunt’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gaunt’s office at (816) 671-4840.

    What languages does Dr. Gaunt speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Gaunt typically treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Gaunt 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. Gaunt. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
    • J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Tonsillitis
    • Tonsillitis
    • Persistent tonsil infection
    • Long-term tonsil inflammation
    • Recurrent tonsillitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3501: Chronic tonsillitis

    Also known as:

    • Hoarseness or Voice Changes
    • Voice Disorder
    • Hoarse voice
    • Raspy voice
    • Vocal cord dysfunction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R490: Dysphonia

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Gaunt typically perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Gaunt 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. Gaunt. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Ear Tube Insertion (General Anesthesia)
    • Anesthesia
    • Tympanostomy with Tubes
    • Myringotomy with Tube Placement
    • Ventilating Tube Insertion (Ear)

    CPT Codes:

    • 69436: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), general anesthesia

    Also known as:

    • Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
    • Cerumen Impaction Removal
    • Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
    • Professional Ear Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
    • Pediatric Tonsillectomy
    • Adenoidectomy for Kids
    • T&A Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12

    Also known as:

    • Tonsillectomy (Age 12+)
    • Tonsil Removal
    • Adult Tonsillectomy
    • Throat Surgery for Tonsils

    CPT Codes:

    • 42826: Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary; age 12 or over

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Voice and Resonance Analysis
    • Voice Disorder Evaluation
    • Speech Resonance Assessment
    • Vocal Quality Analysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 92524: Behavioral and qualitative analysis of voice and resonance

    Also known as:

    • Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Inferior Turbinate Resection
    • Turbinate Reduction
    • Nasal Airway Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method

    Also known as:

    • Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
    • Sinus Tissue Biopsy
    • Maxillary Sinus Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus

    Does Dr. Gaunt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gaunt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 671-4840 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gaunt accept in North Kansas City, MO?

    Dr. Gaunt in North Kansas City, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Missouri

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Gaunt's office located?

    Dr. James Gaunt's Primary Practice

    2790 Clay Edwards Dr Ste 500

    North Kansas City, MO 64116

    (816) 671-4840

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

    Dr. Gaunt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245670637.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gaunt?

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

    What is Dr. James Gaunt's specialty?

    Dr. Gaunt is a Otolaryngologist near North Kansas City, MO.

    What does an Otolaryngologist do?

    An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders.

    Is this Dr. James Gaunt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Gaunt is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ascentist Hospital. 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

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    Is James Gaunt accepting new patients in North Kansas City, MO?

    No, Dr. James Gaunt is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Gaunt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gaunt's office at (816) 671-4840 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Gaunt?

    Please contact Dr. Gaunt's office at (816) 671-4840 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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