Expertise in
4
conditions

Dr. John T. Anderson

Orthopedics
Children's Mercy Kansas City
2401 Gillham Rd, 
Kansas City, MO 
Accepting New Patients
26 Years of Experience
Expertise in
4
conditions
Children's Mercy Kansas City
2401 Gillham Rd, 
Kansas City, MO 

Overview

John Anderson is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. He has been practicing medicine for over 26 years.

Dr. Anderson is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 34 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials. Dr. Anderson is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Orthopedics

Licenses

Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery in KS

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
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  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Alliance
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Sunflower Health Plan
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
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Locations

Children's Mercy Kansas City
2401 Gillham Rd, Kansas City, MO 64108
Other Locations
Office
5808 W 110th St, Leawood, KS 66211

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

3 Clinical Trials

Casting vs Bracing for Idiopathic Early-Onset Scoliosis
Casting vs Bracing for Idiopathic Early-Onset Scoliosis
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: March 13, 2026
Intervention Type: Procedure, Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable
Post-approval Registry Study to Evaluate the Continued Safety and Probable Benefit of the MID-C System for 5 Years Post-Implantation in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS)
Post-approval Registry Study to Evaluate the Continued Safety and Probable Benefit of the MID-C System for 5 Years Post-Implantation in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS)
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: October 03, 2025
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable
Oral Caffeine Decreases the Frequency of Opioid Demand in AIS Patients After Spinal Fusion
Oral Caffeine Decreases the Frequency of Opioid Demand in AIS Patients After Spinal Fusion
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: February 21, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Caffeine
Study Phase: Phase 4
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34 Total Publications

A Quality Initiative for Posterior Spinal Fusion in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS): Liposomal Bupivacaine With Dexamethasone Use Results in Substantial Reduction in Inpatient Opioid Use.
A Quality Initiative for Posterior Spinal Fusion in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS): Liposomal Bupivacaine With Dexamethasone Use Results in Substantial Reduction in Inpatient Opioid Use.
Journal: Journal of pediatric orthopedics
Published: July 13, 2026
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Children's Mercy Kansas City

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Kansas City, MO 
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816-234-3693
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English
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John T. Anderson

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Is Dr. John T. Anderson a top-rated expert for Scoliosis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John T. Anderson is classified as an Distinguished expert for Scoliosis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. John T. Anderson specialize in?

While Dr. John T. Anderson is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Scoliosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, and Spinal Fusion. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.

Does Dr. John T. Anderson participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. John T. Anderson has published 34 articles and abstracts on conditions like Scoliosis. You can view a list of Dr. John T. Anderson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. John T. Anderson accept my insurance?

Dr. John T. Anderson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 816-234-3693 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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