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Dr. Herbert Mccowen, MD

Overland Park, KS

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mccowen, Family Medicine Specialist in Overland Park, KS?

    Dr. Herbert Mccowen, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Overland Park, KS with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Mccowen is fluent in English, Burmese, Tonga (Tonga Islands), and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mccowen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mccowen’s office at (913) 491-1616.

    Is Dr. Mccowen board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Herbert Mccowen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Mccowen speak?

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

    • Burmese

    • English

    • Tonga (Tonga Islands)

    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mccowen typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mccowen 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. Mccowen. 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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    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:

    • ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADD
    • Inattentive ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type

    Also known as:

    • Childhood Behavioral and Emotional Disorder
    • Child Behavior Disorder
    • Youth Mental Health Issues
    • Adolescent Emotional Problems
    • Childhood Psychiatric Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F988: Other specified behavioral and emotional disorders with onset usually occurring in childhood and adolescence

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mccowen typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mccowen 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. Mccowen. 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:

    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Shaving Skin Lesion
    • Shaving of Small Skin Lesion (Face/Head)
    • Skin Lesion Shave Removal (Medium)
    • Skin Conditions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Skin Lesion Shave Excision
    • Mole Shaving
    • Skin Growth Removal (Shave)
    • Dermal Lesion Shave
    • Epidermal Lesion Shave Excision
    • Dermal Lesion Removal
    • Skin Growth Shaving
    • Shave Excision of Skin Lesion
    • Dermal Lesion Shaving

    CPT Codes:

    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
    • 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
    • 11301: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
    • 11310: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; lesion diameter 0.5 cm or less
    • 11302: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Mccowen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mccowen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (913) 491-1616 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mccowen accept in Overland Park, KS?

    Dr. Mccowen in Overland Park, 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

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • FMH Benefit Services

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Mccowen's office located?

    Dr. Herbert Mccowen's Primary Practice

    13801 Metcalf Ave Ste 100

    Overland Park, KS 66223

    (913) 491-1616

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    Dr. Herbert Mccowen's Practice 2

    5721 W 119th St

    Overland Park, KS 66209

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

    Dr. Mccowen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902891823.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mccowen?

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

    What is Dr. Herbert Mccowen's specialty?

    Dr. Mccowen is a Family Medicine Specialist near Overland Park, KS.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Herbert Mccowen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mccowen is affiliated with The University Of Kansas Hospital, Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute, Overland Park Regional Medical Center, Menorah Medical Center, Saint Luke's South Hospital, Olathe 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Herbert Mccowen accepting new patients in Overland Park, KS?

    Yes, Dr. Herbert Mccowen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Herbert Mccowen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mccowen's office at (913) 491-1616 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Herbert Mccowen?

    Please contact Dr. Mccowen's office at (913) 491-1616 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Herbert Mccowen have?

    Dr. Herbert Mccowen is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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