NKC Health Lung Care
2790 Clay Edwards Dr.
Ste 1250
North Kansas City, MO 64116
Hours
When you live with lung disease or a respiratory condition, everyday life can feel more difficult. At NKC Health Lung Care, our goal is to help you breathe easier and feel better, so you can get back to doing what you enjoy.
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Your Kansas City Lung Doctors
Our team of specialists is ready to care for conditions that affect breathing, lung health and sleep. Our board-certified pulmonologists and critical care doctors partner with you to create a treatment plan that fits your needs and goals. And if your condition can’t wait for a routine appointment, you can count on us to be here when you need us most.
Sleep Medicine Specialists
Breathing problems during sleep can leave you feeling exhausted. Our board-certified sleep medicine specialists diagnose and treat sleep disorders, including sleep apnea, so you can rest more comfortably.
Our Pulmonology Services
Our lung care team offers a wide range of pulmonary tests and treatments, including:
- Noninvasive and minimally invasive diagnostic tests for an accurate diagnosis with less disruption to your daily life
- Treatments for asthma , chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema, pulmonary fibrosis, pleural effusions and more
- Comprehensive lung and respiratory system care from routine management to advanced therapies
- Diagnosis and treatment for sleep disorder, such as sleep apnea
- Advanced technology for earlier detection of lung cancer, including endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) and navigational bronchoscopy
- Critical care coverage with intensivists support at all three NKC Health intensive care units
Your Appointment
Let’s make the most of your visit. Before your first appointment, please ask your referring physician to send us your medical records. Try to arrive 30 minutes before your first appointment so we can take care of your paperwork. For follow-up visits, 15 minutes early is plenty of time.
What to Bring to Your Appointment
Having the right information on hand helps us give you the best care. Please bring the following to each visit:
- A current, complete list of your medications
- Any copay or co-insurance amounts
- Your insurance card
Billing & Insurance
We know billing and insurance can feel overwhelming, so we do our best to make it clear and manageable. Read our financial policy to learn about:
- How we handle insurance claims and billing
- What your financial responsibilities are as a patient
- Options for setting up payment plans
You can also review the list of insurance providers we accept and find details about how to pay your bill.
Prescription Refills
There are a few ways you can request a prescription refill:
- At your appointment - Tell your doctor if you’ll need a refill before your next visit.
- From the patient portal - Log in, go to My Medications and select Renew.
- Through your pharmacy or mail-order service - Call your pharmacy or mail-order service for refills, and they will contact us for approval.
To avoid running out, please request refills several days in advance. We respond during business hours, so planning ahead helps ensure you don’t miss a dose.
After-Hours Calls & Emergencies
If you need urgent medical care outside of business hours, call (816) 691-5098 to reach our on-call doctor. They can answer questions and guide you on the next steps. Please note that we don’t process medication refills on evenings or weekends.
Call 911 in a medical emergency.
Patient Registration & Forms
To save time at your visit, you can print and fill out any necessary forms ahead of time and bring them with you.
Parking
Park in the parking garage adjacent to the 2790 building on the NKC Health hospital campus. Valet parking is available at the 2790 entrance. Our office is on the 12th floor.
