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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kremer, Surgeon in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Howard Kremer, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Kremer completed his residency at Truman Med Center West. Dr. Kremer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kremer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kremer’s office.
Where did Dr. Kremer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Truman Med Center West
Medical School: University Med Coll of Kansas City
Is Dr. Kremer board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Howard Kremer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Kremer speak?
Dr. Kremer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Kremer typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Kremer 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. Kremer. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Kremer typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Kremer 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. Kremer. 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:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
Also known as:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
Does Dr. Kremer accept my insurance?
Dr. Kremer 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. Kremer accept in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Kremer in Kansas City, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicare
Oscar Health
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Where is Dr. Kremer's office located?
What is Dr. Kremer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kremer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801858386.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kremer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kremer
What is Dr. Howard Kremer's specialty?
Dr. Kremer is a Surgeon near Kansas City, MO.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Howard Kremer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kremer is affiliated with Saint Luke's Cancer Institute, University Health Lakewood Medical Center, Saint Luke's Cancer Institute 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 Howard Kremer accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?
Yes, Dr. Howard Kremer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Kremer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kremer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Kremer?
Please contact Dr. Kremer's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Kremer have?
Dr. Howard Kremer is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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