Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rigden, Cardiologist in North Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Lawrence Rigden, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in North Kansas City, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Rigden is fluent in English, Arabic, and Burmese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rigden’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rigden’s office.
What languages does Dr. Rigden speak?
Dr. Rigden and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
Burmese
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Rigden typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Rigden 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. Rigden. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
ICD-10 Codes:
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
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:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Rigden typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Rigden 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. Rigden. 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:
- Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
- Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
- LV Lead Insertion
- Pacemaker Upgrade Lead
CPT Codes:
- 33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
- Permanent Pacemaker Placement
- Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
- Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
- Pacemaker Generator Exchange
- Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
- Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Placement
- ICD insertion
- Permanent defibrillator implant
- Heart defibrillator replacement
- Transvenous defibrillator system
CPT Codes:
- 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber
Also known as:
- Defibrillator Generator Replacement
- ICD Generator Change
- Implantable Defibrillator Battery Change
- Defibrillator Device Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33264: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; multiple lead system
Also known as:
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
- Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
- Under-Skin Heart Monitor
- Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
Also known as:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Does Dr. Rigden accept my insurance?
Dr. Rigden 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. Rigden accept in North Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Rigden in North Kansas City, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Missouri
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rigden's office located?
Meritas Health Emergency Medicine
2790 Clay Edwards Dr Ste 520
North Kansas City, MO 64116
What is Dr. Rigden's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rigden's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205809324.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rigden?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rigden
What is Dr. Lawrence Rigden's specialty?
Dr. Rigden is a Cardiologist near North Kansas City, MO.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Lawrence Rigden affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rigden is affiliated with Nkc Health, The University Of Kansas 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
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Is Lawrence Rigden accepting new patients in North Kansas City, MO?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence Rigden is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lawrence Rigden offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rigden's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lawrence Rigden?
Please contact Dr. Rigden's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Rigden
Meritas Health Emergency Medicine
2790 Clay Edwards Dr Ste 520
North Kansas City, MO 64116