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James E. Sear

James E. Sear, MD

Cardiology

4.9 of 5 stars478 ratings, 80 reviews

Highlights

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

Affiliations

  • Allen County Regional Hospital
  • Saint Luke's South Hospital
  • Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City
  • Anderson County Hospital
  • Wright Memorial Hospital
  • Hedrick Medical Center

Locations

    • phone: 816-931-1883
    • fax: 816-931-7714
      • 12330 Metcalf Avenue, Suite 280, Overland Park, KS 66213
      • Get Directions
      • phone: 816-931-1883
      • fax: 816-751-8662
        • phone: 816-751-8700
        • fax: 913-491-3192
        • Saint Luke's Cardiovascular Consultants

          Expertise

          Education

          Saint Louis University School of Medicine

          Medical School

          Medical College of Wisconsin

          Residency

          St. Louis University School of Medicine

          Fellowship

          Insurance

          Please contact the practice directly to confirm your health plan is accepted.
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          • Aetna Choice POS II Local (excluding National General STM plan, I-35 Preferred Plan, and HCA, Advent Health, and NKC Hospital employee plans)
          • Aetna Elect Choice
          • Aetna Federal Employees Health Benefit Plan
          • Aetna First Health Network (excluding limited benefit plans)
          • Aetna HMO
          • Aetna HMO Local
          • Aetna Managed Choice
          • Aetna Medicare Assure (HMO)
          • Aetna Medicare Core Value HMO
          • Aetna Medicare Plan (Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO)
          • Aetna Medicare Premier and Premier Plus HMO
          • Aetna Medicare Premier Preferred HMO
          • Aetna Missouri Preferred
          • Aetna Open Choice PPO
          • Aetna Select
          • Aetna Select Local
          • Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA)
          • Aetna UAW Retiree Medical Benefits Trust (Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO)
          • Aetna Workers Comp
          • American Health Advantage-Missouri Medicare Advantage
          • BCBS of Kansas (call provider)
          • BCBS of Kansas Blue Choice Preferred Care Blue PPO
          • BCBS of Kansas City Blue Select Plus (UCMO and City of KCMO)
          • BCBS of Kansas City Federal PPO
          • BCBS of Kansas City Freedom Network PPO
          • BCBS of Kansas City Freedom Network Select PPO
          • BCBS of Kansas City Preferred Care
          • BCBS of Kansas City Preferred Care Blue
          • BCBS of Kansas City Traditional
          • BCBS of Kansas Federal
          • BCBS of Kansas Traditional
          • BCBS of Michigan Medicare Advantage PPO
          • Blue KC Medicare Advantage HMO
          • Blue KC Medicare Advantage PPO
          • Century Health Solutions (PPO)
          • Cigna Connect/Simple Choice KC Market
          • Cigna HMO
          • Cigna OAP
          • Cigna PPO
          • CompResults/CompAlliance (WC) PPO
          • Health Choice of Northwest Missouri (PPO)
          • HealthSCOPE Benefits (Orsheln Industries)
          • Healthy Blue MO Medicaid (Missouri offices)
          • Home State Health Plan Missouri Medicaid (Missouri practices)
          • Humana
          • Humana Choice PPO
          • Humana ChoiceCare PPO
          • Humana Community HMO
          • Humana Gold Choice PFFS
          • Humana Gold Plus HMO SNP - Medicare Advantage
          • Humana Honor PPO
          • Humana Kansas City PPOx
          • Humana Medicare Advantage Team Care Gold HMO
          • Humana Medicare Advantage Team Care Gold PPO
          • Humana National POS-Open Access Plans
          • Humana Preferred PPO
          • Humana SmartExpress PPO
          • Humana SmartNet PPO
          • Humana SmartSuite PPO
          • HumanaOne PPO
          • Integrated Health Plan PPO
          • Kansas Health Advantage/Kansas Superior Select, Inc (KSSI) Medicare Advantage
          • Medica Connect
          • Medica Select
          • Medicare
          • MultiPlan/PCHS (PPO)
          • Occupational Health Management PPO (WC)
          • OHA Networks (WC)
          • OHARA Managed Care (WC)
          • Private Healthcare Systems PPO
          • Provider Partners Health Plan
          • ProviDRs Care Network PPO (formerly WPPA)
          • Sunflower State Health Plan Kansas Medicaid (Kansas practices)
          • TRICARE WEST
          • Triwest Veterans Affairs Patient Centered Community Care
          • UHC Medicare Erickson Advantage plans-KC
          • United Healthcare - AARP Medicare Advantage Choice Plans
          • United Healthcare - AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot
          • United Healthcare - All Savers Insurance Company POS
          • United Healthcare - Choice
          • United Healthcare - Choice Plus
          • United Healthcare - Community Plan (KS Practices, KanCare, Kansas Medicaid)
          • United Healthcare - Community Plan (MO practices, Missouri Medicaid)
          • United Healthcare - Core and Core Essential
          • United Healthcare - Definity Health Reimbursement Account POS
          • United Healthcare - Definity Health Savings Account POS
          • United Healthcare - Golden Rule HMO (HMO & PPO)
          • United Healthcare - Indemnity
          • United Healthcare - Managed Indemnity
          • United Healthcare - Navigate
          • United Healthcare - Options PPO
          • United Healthcare - Select
          • United Healthcare - Select Plus
          • United Healthcare - United Health One
          • United Healthcare Individual Exchange Benefit Plan (IEX) MO and KS Plans Only
          • UnitedHealthcare - AARP Medicare Complete Choice
          • UnitedHealthcare - AARP Medicare Complete HMO
          • UnitedHealthcare - AARP Medicare Complete PPO
          • UnitedHealthcare - Dual Complete SNP PPO (MO and KS)
          • UnitedHealthcare - Group Medicare Advantage PPO
          • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare Complete
          • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare Gold SNP
          • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare Silver SNP

          Ratings & Reviews

          4.9 out of 5

          478 ratings, 80 reviews

          The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

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            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 2/28/2025

            He has been extremely kind and patient with me,

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 2/22/2025

            Dr. Sear is excellent.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 2/17/2025

            The complete group did an amazing job

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 2/1/2025

            I hate to see him retire. Best cardiologist I have found in KC area

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 2/1/2025

            DR Sear is one of the best physicians I have ever had the pleasure of meeting at St Lukes. He probably saved my life!!!

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/23/2025

            Dr. Sear is WONDERFUL

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/22/2025

            Dr. Sear is an amazing physician. He offers great advice, is very knowledgeable and shares that in a very positive and compassionate way. You are lucky to have him and so am I.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/20/2025

            Dr Sear was excellent

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/19/2025

            I know that there is no one is perfect, but Dr Sear has no complaints from me. I have worked with many cardiologists in the Kansas City area and Dr Sear is the tops. His patient care is non matched, his bedside repore, listening, and explanation is exemplary are far above all the Cardiologists that I have known. He's a keeper.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/13/2025

            An outstanding and caring physician.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/12/2025

            Could not have been better

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/10/2025

            Excellent dr

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/5/2025

            Dr. Sear is a caring and knowledgeable physician.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/3/2025

            Dr. Sear is the VERY best!

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/1/2025

            Excellent care as expected from St Lukes.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 12/31/2024

            Dr Sears always listens to my concerns. I appreciate him as my Doctor. Doctors like him are greatly appreciated.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 12/15/2024

            Dr Sear is very caring, efficient and confidence building

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 12/15/2024

            Dr James Sear has been one of my most trusted Doctors and has had a huge impact in my health!

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 12/13/2024

            Dr Sear is both very personable and very good at keeping you informed about what is going on. Also let me be part of the decision how to proceed with treatment.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 12/13/2024

            I can't help it but every part of visit was stellar

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 12/8/2024

            Dr Sear is one of the most caring, thorough, personable doctors I have ever had

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 12/8/2024

            Dr Sear is a wonderful provider.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 12/6/2024

            Was very good experience with Dr. Sear!

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 12/6/2024

            I feel very fortunate to see Dr. Sear as my cardiologist.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/22/2024

            Top notch!

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/18/2024

            Dr Sears was Amazing

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/12/2024

            Everything went very well with the Dr.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/8/2024

            Dr Sear was very accommodating to my care and health,He gave me a great lab report and health report on how well I doing.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/2/2024

            Dr Sear is best Dr I have ever had .

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/2/2024

            Dr Jim Sear is professional, wise, knowledgeable and a valued friend. We have been extremely fortunate to have him as our Cardiologist.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/28/2024

            Dr Sears was great. Very knowledgeable and easy to talk to and knew my medical history

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/16/2024

            Dr Sear is the BEST. Listens and very caring.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/15/2024

            Dr. Sear is the best

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/12/2024

            Excellent

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/6/2024

            Dr James Sear is a very good doctor

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/5/2024

            Very satisfied

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/5/2024

            Dr. Sear is an outstanding physician.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/4/2024

            Dr. Sear is knowledgeable, thorough, and very pleasant. He is a valuable asset to St. Luke's.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/4/2024

            I love my St. Luke's Cardiologist!

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/1/2024

            Dr. Sear is outstanding. He listens but is also very decisive about treatment recommendations. And very passionate!

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/1/2024

            The best Doctor I have ever gone to. Very informative, explains everything so it is understandable to the patient.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/1/2024

            It was a good experience

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/29/2024

            Dr. Sear has kept me alive for 28 years during any events I had. Best doctor.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/27/2024

            Dr. Sear is great at explaining your health concerns.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/25/2024

            Very. Pleased

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/24/2024

            Dr Sear is the absolute BEST.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/24/2024

            I really like Dr Sear.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/24/2024

            Dr. Sear was great in every way actually personally calling me before my visit to be sure of any issues we might address.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/22/2024

            Dr. Sear is a wonderful doctor. I feel lucky to be under his care.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/18/2024

            Dr. Sear is a credit to his profession!

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/12/2024

            Dr. Sear always inspires optimism and incentivizes me to take better care of my health.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/10/2024

            Dr Sear is the best! Always professional but very caring and interested in your health!

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/7/2024

            Dr. Sear was amazing. He listened to me and validated my concerns. I was honestly surprised at how great Dr. Sear was. I am so grateful.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/5/2024

            James Sear is THE BEST!

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/30/2024

            Awesome

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/29/2024

            Dr Sear was wonderful

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/29/2024

            Dr Sear is the best! He genuinely cares about me as a person as well as his patient...

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/21/2024

            Dr Sear is an outstanding healer and a great listener.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/11/2024

            Dr. Sear great. Doc

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/11/2024

            Dr. Sear is gentle, thorough and caring.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/9/2024

            Love Dr Sear, best cardiologist I've ever had!

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/9/2024

            Dr was great. He was professional and thorough. Very respectful and knowledgeable. He has a sense of humor and puts you at ease. I like him very much.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/28/2024

            Amazed at receiving a personal call from Dr Sear himself reminding me of the appointment.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/5/2024

            Good job

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/2/2024

            He was very easy to visit with concerning my health issues and ongoing care.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/2/2024

            Dr Sear is the best.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 6/17/2024

            Dr. Sear is a breath of fresh air in the healthcare industry. He is prompt, knowledgeable, and responsive,

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 6/15/2024

            I am very happy with the St Luke's system and staff.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/24/2024

            Dr Sear was very kind and caring.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/23/2024

            Dr Sears was attentive, responsive, interactive with my husband who was in room. All questions answered, medication explained fully.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/12/2024

            Dr. Sear is wonderful.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/11/2024

            Dr Sear was so nice and very good listener. I was very impressed by his kindness and the time he gave me

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/10/2024

            Doctor Sear has been a godsend to me and my family. He always reviews my records before he see me. He Is always up to date on heart health. He treats me as a friend. He makes any day a better day. I'm so very glad he's part of my life. This may seem like a little too much but he's important to me.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/9/2024

            Very good

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/6/2024

            I'm so grateful Dr. Sear was able see me so quickly. He was very thorough in the exam and explaining my health status. Thank you, Dr. Sear!

            4 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/4/2024

            Everything went quite well. Felt very at ease with everyone involved in my visit

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/3/2024

            I hope to have Dr. Sear as part of my care team for years to come

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 4/28/2024

            Dr Sear is excellent, providing good information and assurances.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 4/28/2024

            Dr. Sear is a very direct and wonderful doctor.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 4/24/2024

            Dr. Sear was very professional, prepared, and responded to my questions regarding my health status and ongoing treatment.