Dr. Robert J. Kern
- Gender: Male
- Experience: 31 years
- Graduated from: University Of Iowa College Of Dentistry
- Graduation year: 1990
- Sole propriator: Yes
- NPI: 1154324689
Dr. Robert J. Kern DDS
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
He is located at 4437 South River Boulevard Suite 120 in Independence, MO 64055. Can help patients with the following: Dental Bridges, Dental Implants, General Oral Health, Laser, Oral Pain, Pericoronitis. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154324689. Appointment can be made via the phone number (816) 373-0800. He is affiliated with 1 hospitals.
Conditions treated
Dr. Robert J. Kern, being an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, 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. Robert J. Kern.
- Bad Breath
- Bleeding Gums
- Cavities
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- Cracked Tooth
- Dental Bridges
- Dental Crowns and Caps
- Dental Emergency
- Dental Exam and Cleaning
- Dental Fillings and Repairs
- Dental Implants
- Dental Malocclusion
- Dentin Hypersensitivity
- Dentures
- General Oral Health
- Gum Disease / Gingivitis
- Invisalign
- Laser
- Oral Cancer Examination
- Oral Pain
- Pericoronitis
- Root Canal
- Root Canals
- Sinus Tract
- Teeth Grinding
- Teeth Sensitivity
- Teeth Straightening
- Teeth Whitening
- Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome (TMJ)
- Tongue Problems
- Tooth Extraction
- Traumatic Dental Injury
- Veneers
- Wisdom Teeth Removal
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Robert J. Kern as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Ambetter Health
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 16 plans from Ambetter Health
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Complete Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Complete Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Complete Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Complete Silver + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Elite Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Elite Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Everyday Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Everyday Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Everyday Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Everyday Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Expanded Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Expanded Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Silver + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
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 |
UnitedHealthcare
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 13 plans from UnitedHealthcare
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| UHC Bronze Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Essential (No Referrals) | EPO · Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Standard (No Referrals) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Standard+ (Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Advantage ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Advantage+ ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $8 Tier 2 Rx, No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Standard (No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Advantage ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Advantage+ ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Standard (No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Standard+ (Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | 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 |
BEST Life
Network data as of Sep 8, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEST Life Essential Basic Dental Plan | PPO · Low | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BEST Life Essential Value Dental Plan | PPO · Low | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BEST Life Preferred Dental Plan | PPO · High | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BEST Life Superior Dental Plan | PPO · High | In Network | 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 |
Renaissance Dental
Network data as of Sep 16, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri Preferred Plan | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Missouri Preferred Plan (Pediatric Only) | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Missouri Preferred Plus Plan | PPO · High | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Missouri Preferred Plus Plan (Pediatric Only) | PPO · High | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Missouri Wellness Essentials Plan | 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. Robert J. Kern is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. Robert J. Kern is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Maxillofacial Surgery (also registered under: Practitioner - Oral Surgery) .
Bills through: University Health Physicians
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Jul 17, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received
Drug payment
| Straumann | $312 |
| Stryker | $151 |
| KLS Martin | $143 |
Other
| Food and Beverage | $524 |
| Other | $204 |
Studies
UNIVERSITY OF IOWA COLLEGE OF DENTISTRY
Graduated in 1990Additional Specialities
- Dentist
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Questions & Answers
Has Dr. Robert J. Kern affiliation with hospitals?
Dr. Robert J. Kern is affiliated with TRUMAN MEDICAL CENTER HOSPITAL HILL.
Where can you meet with Dr. Robert J. Kern?
Dr. Robert J. Kern's office is located at 4437 South River Boulevard Suite 120 in Independence, MO 64055.
Does Dr. Robert J. Kern accept insurance?
Dr. Robert J. Kern is listed in-network for 58 ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plans from Ambetter Health, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, UnitedHealthcare, BEST Life, Humana, Renaissance Dental, TRUASSURE INSURANCE COMPANY. See the Marketplace plans section for details.
What conditions does Dr. Robert J. Kern treat?
Dr. Robert J. Kern provides treatment for Dental Bridges, Dental Implants, General Oral Health, Laser, Oral Pain, Pericoronitis. For the full list see this list.