Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bequette, Internist in Lees Summit, MO?
Dr. Jennifer Bequette, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lees Summit, MO with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Bequette completed her residency at U Mo Ks City Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bequette is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bequette’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bequette’s office at (816) 347-5100.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Bequette?
Dr. Jennifer Bequette, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist 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. Bequette empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Geriatric Medicine, Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Lees Summit, MO community, Dr. Bequette is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Bequette go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Mo Ks City Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | University Mo Ks City School Of Med
Medical School: University of Mo-Kansas City Sch of Med, Kansas City Mo
Is Dr. Bequette board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Jennifer Bequette, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bequette speak?
Dr. Bequette and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Bequette typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Bequette 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. Bequette. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- General Health Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Bequette typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Bequette may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Bequette's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bequette accept my insurance?
Dr. Bequette accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 347-5100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bequette accept in Lees Summit, MO?
Dr. Bequette 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
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Quartz Health Solutions
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bequette's office located?
Dr. Jennifer Bequette's Primary Practice
20 NE Saint Lukes Blvd Ste 200
Lees Summit, MO 64086
(816) 347-5100
What is Dr. Bequette's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bequette's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033118120.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bequette?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bequette
What is Dr. Jennifer Bequette's specialty?
Dr. Bequette 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. Jennifer Bequette affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bequette 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 Jennifer Bequette accepting new patients in Lees Summit, MO?
Yes, Dr. Jennifer Bequette is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jennifer Bequette offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bequette's office at (816) 347-5100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jennifer Bequette?
Please contact Dr. Bequette's office at (816) 347-5100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jennifer Bequette have?
Dr. Jennifer Bequette is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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