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Dr. Kelvin Walls, MD

Dr. Kelvin Walls, MD

Otolaryngologist

Lees Summit, MO

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Walls, Otolaryngologist in Lees Summit, MO?

    Dr. Kelvin Walls, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Lees Summit, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Walls graduated from University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at Univ Of Ks Sch Of Med, Otolaryngology. Dr. Walls is fluent in English, Croatian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walls’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walls’s office.

    Where did Dr. Walls go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Ks Sch Of Med, Otolaryngology | University of Kansas School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: University of Mo, Columbia Sch of Med, Columbia Mo | University of Pennsylvania

    Is Dr. Walls board certified as an Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Kelvin Walls, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Walls speak?

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

    • Croatian
    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Walls typically treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Walls 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. Walls. 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:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Turbinate hypertrophy
    • Swollen turbinates
    • Congested turbinates

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6523: Chronic serous otitis media, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Tongue-Tie
    • Birth Defects
    • Tongue Disorder
    • Ankyloglossia
    • Short Lingual Frenulum
    • Tied Tongue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q381: Ankyloglossia

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen adenoids
    • Big adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Tonsillitis
    • Tonsillitis
    • Persistent tonsil infection
    • Long-term tonsil inflammation
    • Recurrent tonsillitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3501: Chronic tonsillitis

    What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Walls typically perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Walls 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. Walls. 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:

    • Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Inferior Turbinate Resection
    • Turbinate Reduction
    • Nasal Airway Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum Repair
    • Septoplasty
    • Nasal Septum Surgery
    • Submucous Resection of Septum
    • Nose Septum Straightening

    CPT Codes:

    • 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft

    Also known as:

    • Nasal Endoscopy with Concha Bullosa Removal
    • Endoscopy
    • Sinus Endoscopy
    • Concha Bullosa Resection
    • Turbinate Reduction Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 31240: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with concha bullosa resection

    Also known as:

    • Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
    • Sinus Tissue Biopsy
    • Maxillary Sinus Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus

    Also known as:

    • Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
    • Pediatric Tonsillectomy
    • Adenoidectomy for Kids
    • T&A Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12

    Also known as:

    • Frenum Revision Surgery (Tongue or Lip Tie)
    • Frenectomy
    • Z-plasty frenum
    • Tongue tie surgery
    • Lip tie revision

    CPT Codes:

    • 41520: Frenoplasty (surgical revision of frenum, eg, with Z-plasty)

    Also known as:

    • Ear Tube Insertion (General Anesthesia)
    • Anesthesia
    • Tympanostomy with Tubes
    • Myringotomy with Tube Placement
    • Ventilating Tube Insertion (Ear)

    CPT Codes:

    • 69436: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), general anesthesia

    Does Dr. Walls accept my insurance?

    Dr. Walls accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Walls accept in Lees Summit, MO?

    Dr. Walls 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 Commercial

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Walls' office located?

    Dr. Kelvin Walls' Primary Practice

    4880 NE Goodview Cir

    Lees Summit, MO 64064

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    Dr. Kelvin Walls' Practice 2

    2301 S Missouri 291 Hwy Select Physical Therapy 40818

    Independence, MO 64057

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    Dr. Kelvin Walls' Practice 3

    2300 Hutton Rd Ste 106

    Kansas City, KS 66109

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    What hospitals are Dr. Walls affiliated with?

    Dr. Walls has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Ascentist Hospital,Leawood, KS

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

    Dr. Walls's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972576593.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Walls?

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

    What is Dr. Kelvin Walls's specialty?

    Dr. Walls is an Otolaryngologist near Lees Summit, MO.

    What does an Otolaryngologist do?

    An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders.

    Is Dr. Kelvin Walls affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Walls is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ascentist Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Otolaryngologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Kelvin Walls accepting new patients in Lees Summit, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Kelvin Walls is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kelvin Walls offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Walls' office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kelvin Walls?

    Please contact Dr. Walls' office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Walls' office located?

    Dr. Walls' offices are located in Lees Summit, MO, Independence, MO, and Kansas City, KS.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kelvin Walls have?

    Dr. Kelvin Walls is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.