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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kousha, Family Medicine Specialist in Independence, MO?
Dr. Farahnaz Kousha, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Independence, MO with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kousha is currently affiliated with Golden Valley Memorial Hospital. Dr. Kousha is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kousha’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kousha’s office at (816) 478-5252.
Is Dr. Kousha board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Farahnaz Kousha, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kousha speak?
Dr. Kousha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kousha typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kousha 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. Kousha. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E876: Hypokalemia
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kousha typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Farahnaz Kousha may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Kousha's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kousha accept my insurance?
Dr. Kousha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 478-5252 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kousha accept in Independence, MO?
Dr. Kousha in Independence, 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 Blue Shield of Kansas
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
FMH Benefit Services
Medicare
Oscar Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kousha's office located?
Dr. Farahnaz Kousha's Primary Practice
17203 E 23rd St S
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 478-5252
What is Dr. Kousha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kousha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942278700.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kousha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kousha
What is Dr. Farahnaz Kousha's specialty?
Dr. Kousha is a Family Medicine Specialist near Independence, MO.
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. Farahnaz Kousha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kousha is affiliated with Centerpoint 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 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 Farahnaz Kousha accepting new patients in Independence, MO?
Yes, Dr. Farahnaz Kousha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Farahnaz Kousha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kousha's office at (816) 478-5252 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Farahnaz Kousha?
Please contact Dr. Kousha's office at (816) 478-5252 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Farahnaz Kousha have?
Dr. Farahnaz Kousha is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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