Dr. Kurt E. Kavanaugh D.D.S., M.S.
Orthodontist
He is located at 8407 North Main Street in Kansas City, MO 64155. Can help patients with the following: Braces, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dentin Hypersensitivity, Loose Tooth, Orthodontic Retainer, Tooth Extraction. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164597407. Appointment can be made via the phone number (816) 420-8100. He is affiliated with 1 practices.
Conditions treated
Dr. Kurt Edward Kavanaugh, being an orthodontist, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Kurt E. Kavanaugh.
- Bleeding Gums
- Braces
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- Dental Bridges
- Dental Crowns and Caps
- Dental Emergency
- Dental Exam and Cleaning
- Dental Implants
- Dental Malocclusion
- Dentin Hypersensitivity
- Dentures
- Gum Disease / Gingivitis
- Invisalign
- Laser
- Lingual Braces
- Loose Tooth
- Oral Cancer Examination
- Orthodontic Retainer
- Palatal Expansion
- Pericoronitis
- Smile Makeover
- Stained Teeth
- Teeth Grinding
- Teeth Whitening
- Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome (TMJ)
- Tooth Extraction
- Traumatic Dental Injury
- Veneers
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Kurt E. Kavanaugh as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Network data as of Mar 26, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 10 plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anthem Bronze Pathway 10150 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | EPO · Bronze | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Anthem Bronze Pathway 6900 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Anthem Bronze Pathway 7500 Standard ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Anthem Catastrophic Pathway (+ Incentives) | EPO · Catastrophic | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Anthem Gold Pathway 2000 Standard ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | EPO · Gold | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Anthem Heart Healthy Bronze Pathway 4900 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Anthem Heart Healthy Silver Pathway 3100 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | EPO · Silver | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Anthem Silver Pathway 5350 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | EPO · Silver | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Anthem Silver Pathway 6000 Standard ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | EPO · Silver | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Anthem Silver Pathway 7200 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | EPO · Silver | Participating | Accepting new patients |
Dental plans
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Network data as of Mar 26, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anthem Dental Family | PPO · Low | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Anthem Dental Family Enhanced | PPO · High | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Anthem Dental Family Preventive | PPO · Low | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Anthem Dental Family Value | PPO · Low | Participating | Accepting new patients |
Humana
Network data as of Sep 13, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humana Dental Smart Choice - High | PPO · High | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Humana Dental Smart Choice - Lite | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Humana Dental Smart Choice - Low | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
TRUASSURE INSURANCE COMPANY
Network data as of Sep 11, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| TruAssure Basic Adult or Child Dental Plan | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| TruAssure Preferred Adult or Child Dental Plan | PPO · High | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| TruAssure Preventive Dental Plan | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Kurt E. Kavanaugh is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Payments received from industry
- $2,519.96 in general payments (consulting fees, meals, travel, gifts, etc.) across 50 payments
Professional & research payments
| Category | Amount | Payments |
|---|---|---|
| Consulting fees | $50.00 | 1 |
Meals, travel & gifts
| Category | Amount | Payments |
|---|---|---|
| Food and beverage | $2,179.14 | 47 |
Other payments
| Category | Amount | Payments |
|---|---|---|
| Education | $200.72 | 1 |
| Charitable contributions | $90.10 | 1 |
Companies that paid this doctor
| Company | Amount | Payments |
|---|---|---|
| 3M Company | $1,692.04 | 23 |
| Solventum Corporation | $399.20 | 16 |
| Align Technology, Inc. | $337.79 | 7 |
| PATTERSON COMPANIES, INC. | $49.73 | 1 |
| Envista Holdings Corporation | $19.51 | 1 |
| Philips Electronics North America Corporation | $11.55 | 1 |
| VOCO America Inc. | $10.14 | 1 |
Based on CMS Open Payments data collected as of Sep 10, 2026. This reflects only payments CMS classifies as reportable and published under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act - it is not a complete picture of every financial relationship, and it is not a comment on the quality of care Dr. Kurt E. Kavanaugh provides.
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Questions & Answers
Where can you meet with Dr. Kurt Edward Kavanaugh?
Dr. Kurt Edward Kavanaugh's office is located at 8407 North Main Street in Kansas City, MO 64155.
Does Dr. Kurt Edward Kavanaugh have affiliation with practices?
Dr. Kurt Edward Kavanaugh is affiliated with Kurt Kavanaugh Orthodontics.
Does Dr. Kurt Edward Kavanaugh accept patients with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield?
Yes, Dr. Kurt Edward Kavanaugh is listed in-network for Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.
What conditions does Dr. Kurt Edward Kavanaugh treat?
Dr. Kurt Edward Kavanaugh provides treatment for Braces, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dentin Hypersensitivity, Loose Tooth, Orthodontic Retainer, Tooth Extraction. For the full list see this list.