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- Child
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- Adult 65+
Languages
- English
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MaleAffiliations
- Saint Luke's East Hospital
About Todd E. Fristo
Dr. Fristo has practiced in the Lee's Summit area for more than 20 years, specializing in preventive health care, chronic disease management, and health promotion and maintenance. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians.
Dr. Fristo received completed his medical degree at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha and family practice residency at Truman Medical Center-East. He was honored as a Kansas City Super Doctor by Kansas City Magazine, 2007 through 2012.
Dr. Fristo has been an active member of the Lee's Summit community and beyond, volunteering at the Kansas City Free Health Clinic and area schools. He also works with medical students from the University of Missouri and University of Kansas, providing clinical rotation opportunities for the students.
Locations
- 4801 South Cliff Avenue, Suite 300, Independence, MO 64055
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- phone: 816-251-5200
- fax: 816-251-5299
Expertise
Education
University of Nebraska - College of Medicine
Medical SchoolUniversity of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine
ResidencyInsurance
- 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
5 out of 5
586 ratings, 144 reviewsThe 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.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/28/2025
He is a fantastic doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/28/2025
He always listens intently and gives me an answer. I feel I can mention anything and he tells me how to deal with the problem
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2025
Dr Fristo is very nice and thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2025
A very caring person!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2025
Very good enjoy Dr Fristo
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2025
Dr. Fristo is so easy to talk to and he listens and answers every question. He is very knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/22/2025
Dr Fristo is an excellent listeners n always provides options to my concerns. He gives me choices.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/22/2025
Great visit by caring doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/21/2025
Dr. Todd Fristo was timely and professional. He was a good listener and answered all of my questions as well as provided information that helped me understand my issues. His treatment advice was good as well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2025
Dr. Fristo is a good doctor, he listens and suggest , or ask me first if I agree to his recommendations. Thumbs up !!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/14/2025
Dr Fristo is second to none
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2025
Dr. Fristo is a great doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/12/2025
Dr Fristo always listens and cares!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/7/2025
Dr. Fristo is one of the greatest physicians at this practice. I have recommended family and friends to come to this practice. And I'm happy to say that all that have come are quite pleased with the services. Thank you Dr. Fristo and staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2025
Absolutely love Dr Fristo. He is so caring and attentive!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2025
Excellent visit with Dr Fristo
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/1/2025
Todd Fristo, MD was quite knowledgeable and friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/31/2025
Dr Fristoe is the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/31/2025
Very satisfied
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2025
We have recommended Dr. Fristo to other friends and neighbors. We have a lot of respect for him and like him a lot.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2025
Dr Fristo is amazing!! He is kind, smart and always makes time to listen and truly hear his patients needs!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2025
She was very nice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/25/2025
Dr. Fristo is the best PCP in the Saint Lukes system, but you probably already know that!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2025
Excellent doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/19/2025
Very good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/19/2025
Todd Fristo is an exceptional physician! Caring, competent, thorough and professional. Go find some more just like him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2025
Dr Fristo is the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2025
Dr. Fristo is the best Dr. I've had the pleasure of seeing. He is thorough, caring and pleasant.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2025
Dr. Fristo is has phenomenal computer-side ambers.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/5/2025
Good service.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/3/2025
Dr. Fristo is the ABSOLUTE BEST!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/1/2025
Todd Fristo is an exceptional medical doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/31/2024
Dr. Fristo is very thorough and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2024
Dr. Fristo is a very caring and attentive provider that consistently provides outstanding patient care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/29/2024
Dr. Fristo has an ease about him that makes it nice to talk to him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/28/2024
Dr. Fristo is an excellent physician, both because of his expertise and his compassion for his patients. I feel fortunate to be his patient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/25/2024
Great experience with Dr. Fristo
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2024
Very impressed with Dr. Fristo!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2024
Dr. Fristo is very thorough and professional. He is also caring and takes time to listen to questions and concerns. I trust in his advice completely.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/20/2024
Dr Fristo is amazing. He is everything you want in a physician. He's knowledgeable, empathetic, understanding and and personable. We've had him as a pcp for almost 30 years. We can't imagine not having him as our doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2024
Todd Fristo is an excellent doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/15/2024
Dr. Fristo has always been a very good physician who is very detailed and attentive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2024
Todd Fristo is tremendous
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/6/2024
Dr. Todd Fristo is the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2024
I am so happy with my doctor and the office.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2024
Very pleased with Dr. Fristo's care for me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/30/2024
Love Dr Fristo.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/29/2024
Dr Fristo is extremely caring, patient, informative. He always makes us feel we are all that matter when he is with us.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2024
Dr Fristo is the most considerate kind informative and compassionate doctor ever. He does not hurry and takes his time listening to one's problem
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/24/2024
Dr Fristo always provide friendly, professional and consistent concern of my health
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/24/2024
Dr. Fristo is the best physician and human being ever!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2024
Dr. Fristo is an awesome Doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2024
Dr. Fristo is an amazing!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2024
Dr Fristo is a very good doctor, I highly recommend him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2024
Dr Fristo is a great doctor and I highly recommend him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2024
Dr Fristo is wonderful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2024
Dr Fristo listened very carefully and had very helpful advice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2024
Dr Fristo is a great health care provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/9/2024
Dr. Fristo is very professional, knowledgeable, & reassuring. I feel I am in extremely good hands with Dr. Fristo.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2024
Dr. Todd Fristo is one of the best doctors in my book! He always listens to my concerns and suggests what he thinks.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/2/2024
Dr. Fristo is the best!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/1/2024
I have always experienced excellent service from Dr. Fristo.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2024
Love Dr. Fristo and his assistant.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2024
You couldn't ask for a better doctor than Dr Fristo there needs to be more Doctors like him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2024
Dr. Fristo is an excellent doctor. He always reviews my chart even before he comes into the exam room.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2024
Dr Fristo is an excellent doctor!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2024
Dr. Fristo is the greatest!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/19/2024
Dr. Fristo is an excellent physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/19/2024
Dr Fristo is the best PC I have ever had !!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/18/2024
Dr Fristo was excellent as usual.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/13/2024
Dr Fristo is the Best!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/12/2024
Dr Fristo is the best physician I have ever had
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/12/2024
Dr Fristo is always very kind and he listen to all my questions. He is very knowledgeable and kind. He always makes me feel at ease. He really cares about his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2024
I thoroughly enjoy working with Dr. Todd Fristo. He listens without rushing you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2024
Dr Fristo always listens intently and he is very easy to talk with
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2024
Dr Fristo is wonderful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2024
My doctor is the very best doctor I have ever had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/27/2024
Dr. Fristo the BEST doctor I've ever had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2024
best there is
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2024
Todd Fristo is an excellent doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/14/2024
Dr. Fristo makes you feel important when I'm there and is a good listener.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2024
Dr. Fristo takes time to listen and discuss issues, explains medications and how they work. He is an excellent physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2024
Excellent kind care by Dr Fristo
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/7/2024
Dr Fristo is one of those rare doctors that knows how to be friendly and professional. He listens to my concerns and takes me seriously. I always feel like I am part of whatever decisions are made in my healthcare.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/6/2024
Dr fristo care is unmatched
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2024
Very polite,thoroughy
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2024
Dr Fristo is an excellent doctor. We've known him for years and can't say enough good things about hiim
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/17/2024
Todd Fristo is the best doctor in our entire area! Doctors like Todd Fristo are very rare. He is a true gem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2024
Dr. Fristo listens and works to find a way to help you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2024
Been a patient of Dr Fristo for years, never leaving.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2024
Dr Fristo is amazing at listening, never making me feel he is in a hurry to leave. I appreciate him and his care very much
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2024
Dr Fristo and his staff are best you could possibly have. I have been going to Dr Fristo for over 26 years!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/3/2024
Great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2024
My doctor (Dr.Fristo) is always attentive to my health concerns and offers solutions that better my health concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2024
Dr. Fristo is great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2024
We have recommended Dr. Fristo to our neighbors because he is such a caring and thorough doctor. He listens and is experienced in knowing about treatments. He has been a big help to my husband and me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/28/2024
Been with him for over 25 years. He listens, asks the right questions, takes all the time needed. I am awed at how great a doctor he is
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/28/2024
I have been a loyal patient of Dr Fristo since he started his practice in the late 1990's
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/27/2024
Listens to all my health concerns and makes appropriate recommendation. Would give him a 10 plus on a 1-10 scale. Veryhappy
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2024
Dr. Fristo was wonderful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/19/2024
Dr Fristo is a great doctor he cares about his patients and listens to your concerns. I'm so glad he's my doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2024
Dr. Fristo has always been friendly and professional. Answering all my questions and providing explanations of possible options
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/14/2024
Dr. Fristo is the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/13/2024
Dr Fristo very dedicated and professional. Very satisfied with Dr Fristo. He may be the best Dr I have had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2024
Dr Fristo is very good all around!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2024
Excellent provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2024
Dr. Fristo is an excellent doctor. He always listens to you and gives good advice. He is the best doctor I have.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/28/2024
I have been going to Dr. Fristo for years and will continue until he retires. He is the most compassionate and caring person I know.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/28/2024
Dr. Fristo is the best doctor I've ever seen in my life. He's not only extremely intelligent and knowledgeable as a physician, but an extremely kind person as well. I love my visits with him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/22/2024
DR.FRISTO IS MY PRIMARY DOCTOR
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/22/2024
Dr. Fristo is a good listener and answers my questions and concerns. He explains the options for treatment clearly and offers alternative ways of dealing with issues when appropriate. I consider him one of the best doctors I have ever seen.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/15/2024
Dr Fristo is the best doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/14/2024
Dr. Fristo is a very good physician and demonstrates significant concern for one's concern.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/14/2024
Dr. Fristo is the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2024
Dr. Fristo is an excellent doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/8/2024
Dr. Fristo is an excellent physician!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/8/2024
LOVE Dr Fristo! He listens, suggests test and or treatments for issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2024
Excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2024
Dr. Fristo great doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2024
Absolutely love Dr. Fristo!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/1/2024
Dr Fristo is an excellent listener and true to solve all my medical issues. He always gives me options and lets me be a decision maker in my own health. I trust him thoroughly!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2024
Dr Fristo is an excellent provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/26/2024
Dr. Fristo is one of the best men I've ever met.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/26/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/24/2024
Great practice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/17/2024
Dr Fristo has been the best doctor I have ever had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2024
Dr Fristo is a wonderful doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2024
Dr. Fristo is an excellent doctor who really cares about his patients. He is one of a kind, and I always trust his medical opinion.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/10/2024
Dr Fristo has always been very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2024
Dr. Todd Fristo does a great job for all of us
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2024
Dr Fristo is a caring physician . Very up to date on medical issues and has great understanding of my medical issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2024
Dr. Fristo is the very model of what a patient would ideally expect in terms of an office visit with a primary care physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2024
Dr. Frist did a great job as usual and he really does care. He always has helpful suggestions for us.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2024
Dr Fristo is amazing!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2024
Dr Fristo went above and beyond. I appreciate him so much
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/17/2024
Dr Fristo is great. He's patient. He listens and he actively lets me play a part in my own treatment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2024
Dr Fristo is a very caring physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/13/2024
Dr Fristo is the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/6/2024
Excellent doctor fristo
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/4/2024
Dr. Fristo is the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/1/2024
Great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/30/2024
Dr. Fristo is one of the best doctors in the practice he listens to my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/29/2024
Dr. Fristo listens. He's the best doctor I have ever had. Pleasant and friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/27/2024
Dr Fristo is the greatest.