Summary

Dr. Laura Kresta specializes in geriatric medicine and family medicine, providing comprehensive care for patients across all age groups with particular expertise in caring for older adults. She earned her medical degree from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences and completed her residency training at Truman Medical Center. With 14 years of experience in practice, Dr. Kresta brings extensive knowledge to her patient care. She is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Kresta practices at Mercy Hospital Springfield and sees patients at Mercy Clinic Primary Care in Springfield, Missouri. She focuses on managing chronic kidney disease and hypertension in patients of all ages. Her clinical services include physical therapy coordination, complete blood count testing, and general blood work to monitor patient health. Patients have given Dr. Kresta an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 14 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Truman Medical Center
  • 4 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Mercy Clinic Primary Care - 3530 W. Mount Vernon

3530 W. Mount Vernon Street Suite 100Springfield, MO 65802
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
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Laura Elizabeth KrestaDr. Patricia Ashton Derges, MDDr. Dennis Dee Kenyon, MDLinda Catherine Burdett
Geriatric MedicineFamily MedicineEmergency MedicineNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients
14 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English
Springfield , MOOzark , MOSpringfield , MOSPRINGFIELD , MO
Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine And Biosciences Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Laura Elizabeth Kresta

  • Aetna
  • Allwell from Home State Health
  • Ambetter from Home State Health
  • American Healthcare Alliance
  • Anthem BlueCross BlueShield
  • Arkansas MCO
  • Cigna
  • Comp Care of the Ozarks
  • Comp Results
  • Coventry
  • Each Care Network
  • First Health Network
  • Health Management Network
  • Health Net Federal Services
  • Health Systems Inc.
  • Healthlink
  • Home State Health
  • Humana
  • Integrity Home Care
  • MHNet
  • Missouri Care
  • MultiPlan/PHCS
  • Municipal Health Benefit Fund
  • National Comp Care
  • NHC Advantage
  • OHARA
  • Prime Health Services
  • QualChoice
  • Tri-State Healthcare Coalition
  • USA Managed Care Organization

Medical Specialties

Laura Elizabeth Kresta has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Laura Elizabeth Kresta has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Medicine
  • Family Planning
  • Geriatrician
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

14 Years Experience

Laura Elizabeth Kresta holds an expired medical license in the state of Missouri.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Missouri that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Truman Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Kansas City University Of Medicine And Biosciences in 2012.

NPI Number

Laura Elizabeth Kresta's NPI number is 1558637298.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Laura Kresta speak?
Laura Kresta speaks Spanish and English.
Is Laura Kresta accepting new patients?
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Does Laura Kresta accept my insurance?
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How can I make an appointment with Laura Kresta?
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Does Laura Kresta accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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