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Dr. James Steffen, MD

Dr. James Steffen, MD

Pediatrician

Kansas City, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Steffen, Pediatrician in Kansas City, MO?

    Dr. James Steffen, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Steffen graduated from University of Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at Univ Of Wi Hosp & Cli, Pediatrics. Dr. Steffen is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Steffen’s office at (816) 373-1111.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Wi Hosp & Cli, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va | University of Virginia Medical School

    Is Dr. Steffen board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. James Steffen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Steffen speak?

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

    • English
    • French
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Steffen typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Steffen 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. Steffen. 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 Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
    • F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Male Circumcision
    • Circumcision
    • Foreskin removal
    • Routine circumcision
    • Ritual circumcision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z412: Encounter for routine and ritual male circumcision

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Steffen typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. James Steffen may include:

    Please contact Dr. Steffen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Steffen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Steffen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 373-1111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Steffen accept in Kansas City, MO?

    Dr. Steffen in Kansas City, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Steffen's office located?

    Dr. James Steffen's Primary Practice

    7900 Lees Summit Rd

    Kansas City, MO 64139

    (816) 373-1111

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    Dr. James Steffen's Practice 2

    2310 S Redwood Ave

    Independence, MO 64057

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

    Dr. Steffen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740257351.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Steffen?

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

    What is Dr. James Steffen's specialty?

    Dr. Steffen is a Pediatrician near Kansas City, MO.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. James Steffen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Steffen is affiliated with University Health Lakewood Medical Center 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Dr. James Steffen accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?

    Yes, Dr. James Steffen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Steffen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Steffen's office at (816) 373-1111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Steffen?

    Please contact Dr. Steffen's office at (816) 373-1111 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Steffen's office located?

    Dr. Steffen's offices are located in Kansas City, MO and Independence, MO.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Steffen have?

    Dr. James Steffen is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.