Browse geriatricians in Kansas.
27
Geriatricians
100%
Accepting patients
70%
Most common: MD
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Kansas has 27 licensed geriatricians, which can make finding the right provider more challenging in some parts of the state. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is MD (70%), which stands for Doctor of Medicine. DO (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) is the second most common at 15%.
University of Kansas School of Medicine and Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine - Joplin/Kansas City train geriatricians in the state. Notable hospitals include The University of Kansas Hospital, Ascension Via Christi St. Francis, and Wesley Medical Center. Health systems such as The University of Kansas Health System, Ascension Via Christi, and Stormont Vail Health employ many of the state's geriatricians.
33% accept Medicare. Patients with KanCare should verify coverage directly, as not all geriatricians participate. The most widely accepted carriers include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-18558, qhp-94248, and centene.
The University of Kansas Cancer Center is the only NCI-designated cancer center in the state.
Kansas has 27 licensed geriatricians. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of geriatricians in Kansas are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
The most commonly accepted carriers among geriatricians in Kansas include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-18558, qhp-94248, and centene. Coverage and in-network status vary by provider, so it is worth confirming directly with the office before scheduling. FindClarity shows accepted insurance for each provider.
An office visit copay is $20 to $50. The Annual Wellness Visit is $0 under Medicare. Comprehensive geriatric assessments are covered under Medicare. Cognitive testing costs $100 to $500. Actual costs in Kansas depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Geriatricians often focus on deprescribing (stopping unnecessary medications), which can reduce pharmacy costs. The Medicare Annual Wellness Visit includes a health risk assessment and care planning at no cost.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Kansas has 27 geriatricians. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
MD stands for Doctor of Medicine and DO stands for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. Both are equivalent qualifications. In Kansas, 70% hold the MD credential and 15% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
33% of geriatricians in Kansas accept Medicare. Medicare covers geriatric visits, the Annual Wellness Visit (no cost), chronic care management services, and advance care planning discussions. These are among the most well-covered services under Medicare. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some geriatricians in Kansas accept KanCare, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers geriatric services in all states. Dual-eligible patients (Medicare + Medicaid) have comprehensive coverage for geriatric care coordination. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm KanCare participation before scheduling.
Top accepted carriers in Kansas include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-18558, qhp-94248, and centene.
Geriatric visits are covered as primary care or specialist visits depending on the billing arrangement. Medicare covers the Annual Wellness Visit, which aligns well with geriatric assessment goals. Comprehensive geriatric assessments may be billed as prolonged visits. Some Medicare Advantage plans have enhanced benefits for geriatric care coordination.