3.8
9 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. James Tarwater has practiced family medicine for 35 years and is affiliated with Saint Lukes North Hospital Smithville. He speaks English and Spanish and sees patients in Kansas City, Missouri. He completed his residency at Trinity Lutheran Hospital. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Tarwater 3.78 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 35 years of experience
- 15 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- Trinity Lutheran Hospital
- 3 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 7 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. James Kevin Tarwater has 2 locationsMeritas Health Briarcliff
5400 N Oak Trfy Ste 200Kansas City, MO 64118 Tel: (816) 453-0900
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 10:00 am
SunClosed
Meritas Health Briarcliff
5400 N Oak Trfy Ste 100Kansas City, MO 64118Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:30 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed
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| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 35 Years of Experience | 19 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | 31 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Kansas City , MO | Kansas City , MO | Santa Rosa Beach , FL | Annapolis , MD |
| Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med | Med School: UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE | Med School: St Matthews University School Of Medicine (Grand Cayman) | Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Kevin Tarwater
Medical Specialties
Dr. James Kevin Tarwater has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Kevin Tarwater has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
35 Years Experience
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Trinity Lutheran Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med in 1991.
NPI Number
Dr. Tarwater's NPI number is 1548267545.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What languages does Dr. James Tarwater speak?
- Dr. James Tarwater speaks English and Spanish.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Tarwater?
- You can find contact information for Dr. James Tarwater here on Vitals.
- Is Dr. James Tarwater accepting new patients?
- Dr. James Tarwater is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. James Tarwater's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
- Does Dr. James Tarwater accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Tarwater accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Which hospitals is Dr. James Tarwater affiliated with?
- Dr. James Tarwater is affiliated with Saint Lukes North Hospital Smithville.
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