19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sorensen, Surgeon in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. George Sorensen, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Sorensen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sorensen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sorensen’s office.
Is Dr. Sorensen board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. George Sorensen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Sorensen speak?
Dr. Sorensen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Sorensen typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Sorensen 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. Sorensen. 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:
- Obstructed Surgical Incision Hernia
- Incisional Hernia
- Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Incisional Hernia with Obstruction
- Blocked Incision Hernia
- Strangulated Incisional Hernia
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K430: Incisional hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
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- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Sorensen typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Sorensen 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. Sorensen. 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:
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Does Dr. Sorensen accept my insurance?
Dr. Sorensen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sorensen accept in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Sorensen in Kansas City, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CoxHealth
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Kansas
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sorensen's office located?
What is Dr. Sorensen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sorensen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194769323.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sorensen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sorensen
What is Dr. George Sorensen's specialty?
Dr. Sorensen is a Surgeon near Kansas City, MO.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. George Sorensen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sorensen is affiliated with Saint Luke's Cancer Institute, Saint Luke's Cancer Institute, Saint Luke's South Hospital, Saint Luke's East Hospital, Saint Luke's North Hospital–barry Road 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 George Sorensen accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?
Yes, Dr. George Sorensen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Sorensen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sorensen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Sorensen?
Please contact Dr. Sorensen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. George Sorensen have?
Dr. George Sorensen is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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