Can't Find a Specialist Who Will See You?
Can't find a dentist that takes Missouri Medicaid for the surgery you need? You're not alone. Plenty of dentists accept Missouri Medicaid. Specialists who do are hard to find.
We're an oral surgeon that takes Missouri Medicaid, and we can put you or your child to sleep for treatment when you qualify.See Who Qualifies →
Not sure you need a specialist?Read: When Does a Dental Problem Need a Specialist?
Oral Surgery, Pediatric Dentistry and Special Needs
Insurance We Accept
Whether you're on MO HealthNet directly or one of its plans, once your plan approves your treatment, you pay nothing.See Insurance and Costs →
A Surgery Center Built for Dental Surgery
Independence Surgery Center is a dental surgery center in Independence, MO, and an oral surgery center for Missouri Medicaid patients across the state.
- We only do dental surgery. Our center was built for it.
- We're licensed by the State of Missouri and use the same kind of monitoring and emergency equipment found in hospital surgery.Our Safety Standards →
- We have a hospital transfer agreement with Centerpoint Medical Center in case you ever need more care.Learn More
- Our doctors are board-certified.Meet Our Doctors →
How to Get Started
Reach out directly. Our team checks your coverage, tells you what's needed, and handles the approval with your plan. Children also need a referral from their dentist, and we'll help you get it.See How It Works →
Serving Kansas City and Western Missouri
We serve patients from across Kansas City and western Missouri.Plan Your Visit →
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Common Questions
Do I need a referral?
Patients 13 and up don't need a referral. Children need one from their dentist, and we'll help you get it.For more details, see:Contact →
What happens after I contact you?
We check your coverage, see you for an evaluation, and handle the approval with your plan.For more details, see:Contact →
Do I qualify to be put to sleep or sedated? (Ages 13 and up)
Most patients 13 and up qualify when they need wisdom teeth out or four or more teeth removed.For more details, see:Tooth Extractions →
How much does oral surgery cost with Missouri Medicaid?
Nothing, once your plan approves your treatment.For more details, see:Insurance and Cost →
What insurance do you accept?
Missouri Medicaid, including MO HealthNet and its three health plans.For more details, see:Insurance and Cost →
Do you treat children and adults with special needs?
Yes. We care for children ages 2 to 12 and teens and adults 13 and up with special needs, including IDD and autism.For more details, see:Special Needs →
Is a dental surgery center safe?
Yes, when it's run to the right standards. A dedicated anesthesia team and nurses are with you the whole way.For more details, see:Patients and Families →
When does a dental problem need a specialist?
Often when teeth need to come out, wisdom teeth are causing problems, or a child needs a lot of dental work done at once. Your dentist can tell you.For more details, see:When Does a Dental Problem Need a Specialist?
What is a hospital transfer agreement?
We have a hospital transfer agreement with Centerpoint Medical Center in case you ever need more care.For more details, see:What Is a Hospital Transfer Agreement?
