AHIRC: The Health Insurance Resource Directory



Kansas City Stage Managers Health Directory



There is a long tradition among Broadway theatres of maintaining a select list of doctors who can be called when cast members, crew and staff need medical care. The Actors Fund, working with Broadway Stage Managers and Actors Equity Association has created a directory of primary care doctors, specialists and other health care providers that can be used by theatres and other performance venues. The practitioners included were recommended by theaters, stage managers, actors and others in the entertainment industry.

To suggest a facility, doctor or other practitioner, please contact Elizabeth Tripp.

NOTE: The Actors Fund has not independently verified the accuracy of the information or the qualifications of the listed providers. Each user of the directory must satisfy himself or herself of the qualifications of the health care provider selected. Each health care provider is solely responsible for medical judgments and related treatments. The Actors Fund is not liable for any act or omission, including negligence, committed by a healthcare provider listed in this Directory.
The listings set forth herein are for informational purposes only and no warranty is made that the information is error free.


Hospitals and Clinics

Saint Luke's Hospital
Address: 4401 Wornall Road Kansas City, MO 64111
Phone: 816-932-2000
Website: https://www.saintlukeshealthsystem.org/location/saint-lukes-hospital
Health Insurance/HMOs: https://www.saintlukeshealthsystem.org/location/saint-lukes-hospital/ins...
Additional Information: St. Luke’s’ Emergency room features a Level I Trauma Center and treats injuries and illnesses of all levels of severity.

Adult Quick Care Clinic
Specialty: Walk-In Clinic
Address: 1650 Broadway Kansas City, MO 64108
Phone: 816-559-6320
Fax: 816-559-6311
Website: http://www.adultquickcare.com/
E-mail: clientservices@adultquickcare.com
Hours: Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm
Health Insurance/HMOs: Most accepted
Medicare: Yes
Medicaid: Yes
Worker’s Compensation: Yes
Uninsured Patients: Yes
Office Visit Fees: Varies, but starts around $50
Special Fees for Individuals in the Entertainment Industry: No
Wait time for appointments: Walk-in

Primary Care

Theodore Whitaker, D.O.
Specialty: Internal Medicine
Practice: Kansas City Internal Medicine
Address: 6420 Prospect Ave Suite T101Kansas City, MO 64132
Phone: 816-363-4100
Fax: 816-363-8201
Website: http://www.kcim.com
Office Hours: By appointment, except walk-in hours of 7am – 10am daily
Health Insurance/HMOs: Most accepted
Medicare: Yes
Medicaid: Yes
Worker’s Comp: Please call to verify
Uninsured Patients: Yes, will receive 20% off if paid at time of service
Office Visit Fees: Depends on services, starts at around $80
Special Fees for Individuals in the Entertainment Industry:
Wait time for appointments: Walk-in clinic hours are 7am – 10am Monday – Friday
House Calls to Theaters: No

Otolaryngology

Head and Neck Surgical Associates
Specialty: Otolaryngology (ENT)
Address1: Menorah Medical Center Office
5701 W. 119th Street, Suite 425 Overland Park, Kansas 66209
Phone: 913-663-5100
Fax: 913-663-3354
Address2: Research Medical Center Office
6400 Prospect, Suite 346 Kansas City, Missouri 64132
Phone: 816-333-6996
Fax: 816-333-7061
Website: http://www.headandnecksurgical.org
Office Hours: Please call for an appointment
Health Insurance/HMOs: Most accepted
Medicare: Yes
Medicaid: No
Worker’s Compensation: Unknown
Uninsured Patients: Yes
Office Visit Fees: $150 pre-payment is required at registration. Depends on service.
Special Fees for Individuals in the Entertainment Industry: No
Wait time for appointments: About 1 week
House Calls to Theaters: No

Joseph R. Guastello, MD
Specialty: Ear, Nose and Throat, Head and Neck Surgery
Practice: Guastello & Jernstrom E N T Clinic Inc
Address: 4320 Wornall Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64111
Phone: 816-753-5663
Fax: 816-753-4701
Office Hours: Monday – Friday 8am – 4:30pm
Hospital Affiliation: St. Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City, St. Luke’s South
Health Insurance/HMOs: Most accepted
Medicare: Yes
Medicaid: No
Worker’s Compensation: No
Uninsured Patients: Yes
Office Visit Fees: Starts at $105
Special Fees for Individuals in the Entertainment Industry: Possibly; at doctor’s discretion
Wait time for appointments: 2-3 days
House Calls to Theaters: No

Dentistry

Dr. Joel Lemense, D.D.S.
Specialty: General Dentistry
Practice: Dr. Joel Lemense
Address: 8012 State Line Road, Suite 100, Prairie Village, KS 66208
Phone: 913-341-3415
Fax: 913-341-3427
Office Hours: Monday – Thursday 8am-5pm
Health Insurance/HMOs: Delta Dental, Blue Cross, Principal
Medicare: No
Medicaid: No
Worker’s Compensation: No
Uninsured Patients: Yes, must pay at time of service
Office Visit Fees: Starting point for emergency exam and x-ray is $82
Special Fees for Individuals in the Entertainment Industry: No
Wait time for appointments: Depends, same day or within a day or two
House Calls to Theaters: No

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Midwest Women's Healthcare
Specialty: Obstetrics, Gynecology
Address: 6400 Prospect Ave Suite 598, and five other locations.
Phone: 816-444-6888
Fax: 816-444-1375
Website: http://www.midwestwomenshealthcare.com
Office Hours: Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm
Hospital Affiliation: Research Medical Center Research Belton Hospital North Kansas City Hospital Lees Summit Hospital Cass Medical Center
Health Insurance/HMOs: many different PPO and HMO plans
Medicare: Yes
Medicaid: Yes, but only for pregnancy
Worker’s Compensation: No
Uninsured Patients: Yes
Office Visit Fees: Varies
Special Fees for Individuals in the Entertainment Industry: No
Wait time for appointments: 1 week
House Calls to Theaters: No

Chiropractic

Kansas City Chiropractic
Specialty: Chiropractic
Address: 4510 Belleview Ave, Suite 100 Kansas City, MO 64111
Phone: 816-753-4600
Fax: 816-753-4620
Website: http://www.kansascitychiropractic.com
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9am-6pm, Saturday 9am-1pm
Health Insurance/HMOs: All, just check your policy to make sure chiropractic is covered
Medicare: Yes
Medicaid: No
Worker’s Compensation: Yes
Uninsured Patients: Yes
Office Visit Fees: Starts at $50
Special Fees for Individuals in the Entertainment Industry: Not right now, but there are occasional specials
Wait time for appointments: Same day
House Calls to Theaters: No

Massage Therapy

Massage Envy
Specialty: Massage Therapy
Address: 4626 J.C. Nichols Parkway Kansas City, MO 64112
Phone: 816-994-ENVY (3689)
Website: http://www.massageenvy.com
Office Hours: Monday – Friday 9am – 10pm, Saturday 9am – 8pm, Sunday 10am – 7pm
Office Visit Fees: Starts at $75
Special Fees for Individuals in the Entertainment Industry: No
Wait time for appointments: Generally same day
House Calls to Theaters: Possibly

Pharmacy

CVS Pharmacy
Address: 5011 Main St Kansas City, MO 64112
Phone: 816-531-4699
Website: http://www.cvs.com/CVSApp/user/home/home.jsp

Every Artist Insured

This Q&A guide to reform explains the provisions that directly impact artists and entertainers.

City Health Care Guides

These short Q&A guides explain health insurance and care options in 18 cities and counting.

LINC City and Regional Health Care Guides

AHIRC has written brief guides on getting affordable health care and insurance in cities around the country. These guides outline health insurance options in a practical Q & A format, and include links to pertinent websites and contact information for selected clinics and pharmacies.