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Who is Dr. Elson, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Craig Elson, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Elson completed his residency at Duke University Hospital. Dr. Elson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elson’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elson’s office.
Where did Dr. Elson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Duke University Hospital
Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch
What languages does Dr. Elson speak?
Dr. Elson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Elson treat?
As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Elson 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. Elson. 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.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Uterine Fibroids
- Leiomyoma
- Fibromyoma
- Myoma
- Uterine growth
- Leiomyoma of uterus
- Uterine leiomyoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified
- D251: Intramural leiomyoma of uterus
Also known as:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
Also known as:
- Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Acute Blood Loss Anemia
- Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
- Liver Cancer
- Metastatic Liver Cancer
- Secondary Liver Tumor
- Liver Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct
Also known as:
- Left Ovarian Cyst
- Ovarian Cysts
- Benign left ovarian tumor
- Left ovarian mass
- Non-cancerous left ovarian growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- D271: Benign neoplasm of left ovary
Also known as:
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
Also known as:
- Secondary Peritoneal Cancer
- Cancer
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Metastatic Peritoneal Cancer
- Cancer Spread to Peritoneum
- Peritoneal Carcinomatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C786: Secondary malignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum and peritoneum
Which procedures does Dr. Elson perform as a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Craig Elson may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Elson's office.
Does Dr. Elson accept my insurance?
Dr. Elson 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. Elson accept in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Elson in Kansas City, 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
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Missouri
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Elson's office located?
What is Dr. Elson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427011048.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elson
What is Dr. Craig Elson's specialty?
Dr. Elson is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Kansas City, MO. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Elson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Craig Elson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Elson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Research Medical Center. 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
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Is Craig Elson accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?
Yes, Dr. Craig Elson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Craig Elson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elson's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Craig Elson?
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