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Dr. Kathryn Hedges, MD

Dr. Kathryn Hedges, MD

Neurologist

Lees Summit, MO

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hedges, Neurologist in Lees Summit, MO?

    Dr. Kathryn Hedges, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Lees Summit, MO with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Hedges graduated from University of Nebraska College of Medicine and completed her residency at Oh State Univ Hosp, Neurology; Oh State Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Hedges is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hedges’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hedges’s office at (816) 524-1700.

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

    • Residency: Oh State Univ Hosp, Neurology; Oh State Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Ohio State University Hospital | Ohio State University Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne | University of Nebraska College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Hedges board certified as a Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. Kathryn Hedges, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Hedges speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Hedges typically treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Hedges 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. Hedges. 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:

    • Chronic Migraine without Aura
    • Migraine with Aura
    • Migraine
    • Transformed migraine
    • Daily chronic headache
    • Persistent migraine
    • Classic migraine
    • Ocular migraine
    • Migraine with visual symptoms
    • Common Migraine
    • Migraine without warning signs
    • Everyday Migraine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
    • G43109: Migraine with aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
    • G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • MS
    • Demyelinating Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G35: Multiple sclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Memory Loss
    • Memory
    • Amnesia
    • Forgetfulness
    • Loss of Recall

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R413: Other amnesia

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20: Parkinson's disease

    Also known as:

    • Essential Tremor
    • Tremor
    • Essential tremor
    • Familial Tremor
    • Benign Essential Tremor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G250: Essential tremor

    Also known as:

    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's
    • Alzheimer's in Older Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset

    What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Hedges typically perform?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Hedges 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. Hedges. 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:

    • Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
    • Chemodenervation for Migraine
    • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
    • Facial Nerve Block
    • Trigeminal Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)

    Also known as:

    • Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
    • Chemodenervation of neck muscles
    • Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
    • Neck spasm injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)

    Also known as:

    • Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
    • Botox for facial spasms
    • Facial nerve chemodenervation
    • Blepharospasm treatment
    • Hemifacial spasm injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)

    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

    Does Dr. Hedges accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hedges accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 524-1700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hedges accept in Lees Summit, MO?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Selman and company

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hedges' office located?

    Dr. Kathryn Hedges' Primary Practice

    2000 SE Blue Pkwy Ste 270A

    Lees Summit, MO 64063

    (816) 524-1700

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    Dr. Kathryn Hedges' Practice 2

    2301 S Missouri 291 Hwy Select Physical Therapy 4

    Independence, MO 64057

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    Dr. Kathryn Hedges' Practice 3

    19550 E 39th St S Ste 200

    Independence, MO 64057

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    Recognitions

    Awards

    Kansas City Super Doctors

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

    Dr. Hedges's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427091776.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hedges?

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

    What is Dr. Kathryn Hedges's specialty?

    Dr. Hedges is a Neurologist near Lees Summit, MO.

    What does a Neurologist do?

    A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.

    Is Dr. Kathryn Hedges affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hedges is affiliated with Centerpoint Medical Center, The University Of Kansas Hospital, Research Medical Center, Menorah Medical Center, Saint Luke's East 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

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    Is Dr. Kathryn Hedges accepting new patients in Lees Summit, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Kathryn Hedges is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kathryn Hedges offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hedges' office at (816) 524-1700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kathryn Hedges?

    Please contact Dr. Hedges' office at (816) 524-1700 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hedges' office located?

    Dr. Hedges' offices are located in Lees Summit, MO and Independence, MO.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kathryn Hedges have?

    Dr. Kathryn Hedges is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.