Internists in Missouri
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314
Internists
100%
Accepting patients
79%
Most common: MD
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Specialty: internistState: MO
About internists in Missouri
Missouri has 314 licensed internists spread across the state. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is MD (79%), which stands for Doctor of Medicine. DO (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) is the second most common at 14%.
Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine and University of Missouri School of Medicine train internists in the state. Notable hospitals include Barnes-Jewish Hospital, St. Louis Children's Hospital, and University of Missouri Health Care. Health systems such as BJC HealthCare, SSM Health, and Mercy employ many of the state's internists.
79% accept Medicare. Patients with MO HealthNet should verify coverage directly, as not all internists participate. The most widely accepted carriers include medicare, unitedhealthcare, qhp-44228, qhp-53461, and qhp-17091.
Barnes-Jewish Hospital, affiliated with Washington University, is consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals in the United States.
Frequently asked questions about internists in Missouri
Missouri has 314 licensed internists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of internists in Missouri 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 internists in Missouri include medicare, unitedhealthcare, qhp-44228, qhp-53461, and qhp-17091. 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.
Annual wellness visits are covered at $0. Sick visit copays range from $20 to $50. A comprehensive metabolic panel costs $100 to $300. Actual costs in Missouri depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Internal medicine visits are billed the same as other primary care visits. Complex visits involving multiple problems may be coded at a higher level, resulting in a higher copay.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Missouri has 314 internists. 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 Missouri, 79% hold the MD credential and 14% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
79% of internists in Missouri accept Medicare. Medicare covers an Annual Wellness Visit at no cost. Standard office visits are covered under Part B with a 20% coinsurance after the deductible. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some internists in Missouri accept MO HealthNet, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers internal medicine visits in all states. Preventive services and chronic disease management are standard benefits. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm MO HealthNet participation before scheduling.
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Insurance & Internist coverage
Top accepted carriers in Missouri include medicare, unitedhealthcare, qhp-44228, qhp-53461, and qhp-17091.
Preventive visits are covered at 100% under the ACA with no copay. Standard office visits carry a copay of $20 to $50. Most insurance plans allow you to select an internist as your primary care physician. Check that your internist is in-network. Specialist referrals may require your PCP's involvement depending on your plan type (HMO vs. PPO).