30 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Montee, Pulmonologist in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Tannaz Montee, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Montee graduated from Isfahan University of Medical Sciences and completed her residency at U Mo Ks City Sch Of Med, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; U Mo Ks City Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Montee is fluent in English, Urdu, Vietnamese, Welsh, Yiddish, and Yoruba, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Montee’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Montee’s office at (816) 333-1919.
Where did Dr. Montee go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Mo Ks City Sch Of Med, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; U Mo Ks City Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) Affiliated Hospitals | University of Missouri at Kansas City Program
Medical School: Isfahan University, Fac of Med, Isfahan, Iran | Isfahan University of Medical Sciences
Is Dr. Montee board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Tannaz Montee, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Montee speak?
Dr. Montee and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
Vietnamese
Welsh
Yiddish
Yoruba
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Montee typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Montee 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. Montee. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Sleep Disorder
- Sleep Problem
- Sleep Disturbance
- Trouble Sleeping
ICD-10 Codes:
- G479: Sleep disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Montee typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Tannaz Montee may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Montee's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Montee accept my insurance?
Dr. Montee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 333-1919 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Montee accept in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Montee 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 Blue Shield of Kansas
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Montee's office located?
What is Dr. Montee's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Montee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053378083.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Montee?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Montee
What is Dr. Tannaz Montee's specialty?
Dr. Montee is a Pulmonologist near Kansas City, MO.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Tannaz Montee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Montee is affiliated with Nkc Health 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Tannaz Montee accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?
Yes, Dr. Tannaz Montee is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tannaz Montee offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Montee's office at (816) 333-1919 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tannaz Montee?
Please contact Dr. Montee's office at (816) 333-1919 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tannaz Montee have?
Dr. Tannaz Montee is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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