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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Garnett, Specialist in Kansas City, KS?
Dr. James Garnett, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, KS with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 30 years. Dr. Garnett is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garnett’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garnett’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Garnett?
Dr. James Garnett, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Garnett empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Head & Neck Surgery, Laryngeal & Vocal Cord Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Kansas City, KS community, Dr. Garnett is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Garnett go to medical school and complete their residency?
What languages does Dr. Garnett speak?
Dr. Garnett and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Garnett typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Garnett 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. Garnett. 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:
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- Vocal Cord Disorder
- Voice Disorder
- Throat Disorder
- Hoarse voice
- Raspy voice
- Vocal cord dysfunction
- Voice problems
- Vocal fold issues
- Throat conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- R490: Dysphonia
- J383: Other diseases of vocal cords
Also known as:
- Larynx Narrowing
- Throat Disorder
- Laryngeal stenosis
- Narrowed voice box
- Airway narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- J386: Stenosis of larynx
Also known as:
- Throat and Esophagus Swallowing Difficulty
- Swallowing Disorder
- Pharyngoesophageal dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing in throat
- Esophageal swallowing problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1314: Dysphagia, pharyngoesophageal phase
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Garnett typically perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Garnett 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. Garnett. 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 Injection for Voice Box Muscle Spasms
- Laryngeal Botox Injection
- Voice Box Chemodenervation
- Spasmodic Dysphonia Treatment Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64617: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); larynx, unilateral, percutaneous (eg, for spasmodic dysphonia), includes guidance by needle electromyography, when performed
Also known as:
- Vocal Cord Injection with Scope
- Direct laryngoscopy with injection
- Vocal cord augmentation
- Voice box injection
CPT Codes:
- 31571: Laryngoscopy, direct, with injection into vocal cord(s), therapeutic; with operating microscope or telescope
Also known as:
- Larynx Surgery with Microscope (Vocal Cord/Tumor Removal)
- Direct Laryngoscopy with Excision
- Vocal Cord Stripping
- Epiglottis Tumor Removal
CPT Codes:
- 31541: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with excision of tumor and/or stripping of vocal cords or epiglottis; with operating microscope or telescope
Also known as:
- Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam
- Flexible Laryngoscope
- Throat Scope
- Diagnostic Throat Exam
CPT Codes:
- 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic
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:
- Laryngeal Function Study
- Voice box function test
- Aerodynamic voice testing
- Acoustic voice analysis
- Vocal cord function test
CPT Codes:
- 92520: Laryngeal function studies (ie, aerodynamic testing and acoustic testing)
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Garnett accept my insurance?
Dr. Garnett 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. Garnett accept in Kansas City, KS?
Dr. Garnett in Kansas City, KS 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 Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Transamerica
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Garnett's office located?
What is Dr. Garnett's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garnett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548206246.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garnett?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garnett
What is Dr. James Garnett's specialty?
Dr. Garnett is a Specialist near Kansas City, KS.
Is this Dr. James Garnett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Garnett is affiliated with The University Of Kansas Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 James Garnett accepting new patients in Kansas City, KS?
Yes, Dr. James Garnett is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Garnett offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garnett's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Garnett?
Please contact Dr. Garnett's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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