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Dr. Richard Coats, MD

Dr. Richard Coats, MD

Vascular Surgery*

Dr. Richard Coats, MD is a vascular surgeon in Lees Summit, MO. Dr. Coats has extensive experience in Peripheral Vascular Procedures, Carotid Artery Disease or Carotid Endarterectomy, and Peripheral Vascular Disease. He is affiliated with Lee's Summit Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 5 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Office Hours

Monday

8 am
to
5 pm

Tuesday

8 am
to
5 pm

Wednesday

8 am
to
5 pm

Thursday

8 am
to
5 pm

Friday

8 am
to
5 pm

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed
2861 NE Independence Ave Ste 201
Lees Summit, MO 64064

At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Coats specializes in the areas of General Surgery & Vascular Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Coats' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Coats

5.0

18 ratings, 12 with a written review
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Chad – Jun 06, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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robert Harris – Apr 23, 2020
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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David W Childers – Mar 01, 2020
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Feb 29, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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W. White – Feb 15, 2020
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No results
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Marilyn Luvin – Feb 15, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jessica Shaw – Feb 02, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 02, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Timothy Hundley – Jul 19, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jim Hattaway in Kansas City, MO – Jun 17, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Rosemarie Breitenstein in Overland Park, KS – May 22, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Dr. Richard Coats in Belleville, IL – Sep 19, 2016
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care philosophy

Dr. Coats values long-term relationships with his patients. His dedication to remaining at the forefront of advanced vascular surgery techniques reflects his commitment to delivering the utmost quality care.?

biography

Dr. Richard Coats is a board-certified general and vascular surgeon with over two decades of experience. He earned his undergraduate, medical degree, residency, and fellowship at the University of Missouri in Columbia, MO. Beyond his medical practice,...read more
  • Vascular Surgery

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  • University Of Missouri

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Missouri

    Residency Hospital
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
Vascular Surgery
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  • Alpha Omega Alpha, 2002

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Lee's Summit Medical Center

    2100 SE Blue Pkwy
    Lees Summit, MO 64063
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

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