Summary

Dr. James Tarwater is a family medicine physician who earned his Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Kansas City University of Medicine & Bioscience College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency at Trinity Lutheran Hospital and brings 35 years of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Tarwater is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Tarwater practices at Meritas Health Briarcliff in Kansas City, Missouri, and maintains hospital privileges at Saint Lukes North Hospital Smithville. His expertise includes treating sleep disorders such as sleep apnea in both adults and children. He performs various diagnostic and treatment procedures including urinalysis and provides specialized infusion therapy and chemotherapy services. Patients rate Dr. Tarwater 3.8 out of 5 stars on average.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 35 years of experience
  • 15 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Trinity Lutheran Hospital
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. James Kevin Tarwater has 2 locations

Meritas Health Briarcliff

5400 N Oak Trfy Ste 200Kansas City, MO 64118
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 64118
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
Sat8:30 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

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Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
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3.8 
35 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English
Kansas City , MOBoca Raton , FLOrlando , FLSanta Rosa Beach , FL
Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med Med School: St Matthews University School Of Medicine (Grand Cayman)
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Kevin Tarwater

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthOne

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Kevin Tarwater has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Kevin Tarwater has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

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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Dr. James Kevin Tarwater's office is located at 5400 N Oak Trfy Ste 200, Kansas City, MO, 64118.
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Dr. James Kevin Tarwater is affiliated with Saint Lukes North Hospital Smithville.
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