Summary

Dr. Temesgen Wakwaya treats back pain, back pain during pregnancy, and back pain in children and teens, and performs physical therapy, strength training, and arthrogram procedures. She practices family medicine, preventive medicine, and physical medicine and rehabilitation, and has 45 years of experience. She is affiliated with Providence Medical Center, The University of Kansas Health System, and Saint Lukes Community Hospital Legends in Kansas City, Kansas.

She earned her degree from Kansas City University of Medicine and Bioscience College of Osteopathic Medicine and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Wakwaya 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 45 years of experience
  • 7 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med
  • 3 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Temesgen Wakwaya has 4 locations

Concentra Medical Center

4214 Kansas AveKansas City, KS 66106
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

Providence Medical Center

8929 Parallel PkwyKansas City, KS 66112

The University Of Kansas Hospital

4000 Cambridge StKansas City, KS 66160

Saint Lukes Community Hospital Legends

10544 Parallel PkwyKansas City, KS 66109

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Temesgen Wakwaya

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Temesgen Wakwaya has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Temesgen Wakwaya has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Occupational Medicine
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
  • Preventive Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

Dr. Temesgen Wakwaya holds an expired medical license in the state of Kansas.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Kansas that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med in 1981.

NPI Number

Dr. Wakwaya's NPI number is 1871619916.

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Does Dr. Temesgen Wakwaya accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Temesgen Wakwaya accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Temesgen Wakwaya affiliated with?
Dr. Temesgen Wakwaya is affiliated with Providence Medical Center, The University Of Kansas Health System, and Saint Lukes Community Hospital Legends.
Where is Dr. Temesgen Wakwaya's office located?
Dr. Temesgen Wakwaya's office is located at 4214 Kansas Ave, Kansas City, KS, 66106.
Does Dr. Temesgen Wakwaya accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Temesgen Wakwaya has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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