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Dr. Baha'uddin Al-Shawwa, MD

Kansas City, MO

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Al-Shawwa, Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist in Kansas City, MO?

    Dr. Baha'uddin Al-Shawwa, MD is a Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Al-Shawwa completed his residency at University Iowa. Dr. Al-Shawwa is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Al-Shawwa’s office at (816) 234-3000.

    Where did Dr. Al-Shawwa go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University Iowa

    What languages does Dr. Al-Shawwa speak?

    Dr. Al-Shawwa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist like Dr. Al-Shawwa typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist, Dr. Al-Shawwa 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. Al-Shawwa. 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:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Snoring
    • Loud breathing during sleep
    • Noisy sleep
    • Obstructive snoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    Also known as:

    • Other Sleep Disorder
    • Sleep Disorder
    • Uncommon Sleep Problems
    • Rare Sleep Conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G478: Other sleep disorders

    Also known as:

    • Insomnia
    • Sleep Disorder
    • Sleeplessness
    • Trouble Sleeping
    • Psychophysiologic Insomnia
    • Trouble sleeping
    • Chronic insomnia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F5104: Psychophysiologic insomnia
    • G4700: Insomnia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral

    Does Dr. Al-Shawwa accept my insurance?

    Dr. Al-Shawwa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 234-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Al-Shawwa accept in Kansas City, MO?

    Dr. Al-Shawwa in Kansas City, 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

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Al-Shawwa's office located?

    Dr. Baha'uddin Al-Shawwa's Primary Practice

    2401 Gillham Rd

    Kansas City, MO 64108

    (816) 234-3000

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    Dr. Baha'uddin Al-Shawwa's Practice 2

    5808 W 110th St

    Overland Park, KS 66211

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

    Dr. Al-Shawwa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144271651.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Al-Shawwa?

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

    What is Dr. Baha'uddin Al-Shawwa's specialty?

    Dr. Al-Shawwa is a Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist near Kansas City, MO.

    What does a Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist do?

    A pediatrician specializing in sleep medicine, certified in this subspecialty, focuses on the clinical assessment, physiological testing, diagnosis, management, and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. Sleep specialists care for patients of all ages and employ multidisciplinary approaches to treatment. Conditions managed by these specialists include, but are not limited to, sleep-related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnia's, circadian rhythm sleep disorders, parasomnias, and sleep-related movement disorders.

    Is this Dr. Baha'uddin Al-Shawwa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Al-Shawwa is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Patterson Health Center, Bothwell Regional Health Center, Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare - 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

    When to see a Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Sleep 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 Baha'uddin Al-Shawwa accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Baha'uddin Al-Shawwa is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Baha'uddin Al-Shawwa offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Al-Shawwa's office at (816) 234-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Baha'uddin Al-Shawwa?

    Please contact Dr. Al-Shawwa's office at (816) 234-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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