Summary

Laura Gaffney, MD, is an internist and pediatrician who focuses much of her patient care on adults with special needs. In addition to direct patient care, she is the medical director of AdventHealth Medical Group's Special Pediatric-to-Adult Need (SPAN) program. SPAN is Greater Kansas City’s only primary care program that provides comprehensive, patient-focused care for adults with a chronic condition that persists from childhood to adulthood. Dr. Gaffney has been providing care for adults with special needs since 1996. With dual Board certifications in pediatrics and internal medicine, she is uniquely qualified to provide specialized care for patients of all ages. She earned her medical degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine, where she also completed her residency. She has been with AdventHealth Medical Group (formerly Shawnee Mission Physicians Group) since 1997, during which time she has earned numerous honors for excellence in patient care.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 47 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Missouri-Kansas City
  • 6 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

AdventHealth Medical Group Primary Care at Shawnee Mission

7450 Kessler St Ste 300Merriam, KS 66204
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Merriam , KSLansing , KSOlathe , KSPrairie Village , KS
Med School: University of Missouri-Kansas City Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine Med School: Univ Of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College Of Osteopathic Med Med School: Midwestern University, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.)
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Laura Gaffney

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • All Savers Insurance
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CalOptima
  • CareSource - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • EyeMed
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • March Vision Care
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Laura Gaffney has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Laura Gaffney has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Congenital Anomalies
  • Congenital Heart Disease
  • High-Risk Deliveries
  • Pediatrics
  • Premature Infants

Certifications, License, & Education

Laura Gaffney is board certified in Internal medicine and Pediatrics by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine and board certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University of Missouri-Kansas City.

NPI Number

Laura Gaffney's NPI number is 1740372390.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Laura Gaffney's office located?
Laura Gaffney's office is located at 7450 Kessler St Ste 300, Merriam, KS, 66204.
Which hospitals is Laura Gaffney affiliated with?
Laura Gaffney is affiliated with Adventhealth Shawnee Mission.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Gaffney?
You can find contact information for Laura Gaffney here on Vitals.
Is Laura Gaffney accepting new patients?
Laura Gaffney is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Laura Gaffney's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
What languages does Laura Gaffney speak?
Laura Gaffney speaks English.

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