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Who is Dr. Twenter, Internist in Lees Summit, MO?
Dr. Kathryn Twenter, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lees Summit, MO with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Twenter is fluent in English, French, and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Twenter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Twenter’s office.
Is Dr. Twenter board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Kathryn Twenter, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Twenter speak?
Dr. Twenter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Korean
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Twenter typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Twenter 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. Twenter. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Weakness
- Frailty in old age
- Physical decline with age
- Weakness due to aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- R54: Age-related physical debility
Also known as:
- Repeated Falls
- Falls
- Frequent Falling
- Recurrent Falls
- Balance Problems Leading to Falls
ICD-10 Codes:
- R296: Repeated falls
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Twenter typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Twenter 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. Twenter. 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:
- 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Twenter accept my insurance?
Dr. Twenter 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. Twenter accept in Lees Summit, MO?
Dr. Twenter in Lees Summit, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Missouri
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Twenter's office located?
Dr. Kathryn Twenter's Primary Practice
400 SW Longview Blvd Ste 200
Lees Summit, MO 64081
Dr. Kathryn Twenter's Practice 3
2301 S Missouri 291 Hwy Select Physical Therapy 40818
Independence, MO 64057
What is Dr. Twenter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Twenter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841229200.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Twenter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Twenter
What is Dr. Kathryn Twenter's specialty?
Dr. Twenter is a Internist near Lees Summit, MO.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Kathryn Twenter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Twenter is affiliated with Saint Luke's South 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kathryn Twenter accepting new patients in Lees Summit, MO?
Yes, Dr. Kathryn Twenter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kathryn Twenter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Twenter's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kathryn Twenter?
Please contact Dr. Twenter's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kathryn Twenter have?
Dr. Kathryn Twenter is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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