{"id":13762,"date":"2026-06-15T14:37:20","date_gmt":"2026-06-15T19:37:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bluekc.com\/blueprint\/?p=13762"},"modified":"2026-06-15T14:37:20","modified_gmt":"2026-06-15T19:37:20","slug":"making-it-easier-for-men-to-take-care-of-their-health-with-spira-cares-jason-kearns","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bluekc.com\/blueprint\/healthier-living\/making-it-easier-for-men-to-take-care-of-their-health-with-spira-cares-jason-kearns\/","title":{"rendered":"Making it easier for men to take care of their health with Spira Care\u2019s Jason Kearns"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>When it comes to men\u2019s health, Spira Care Physician Assistant <a href=\"https:\/\/spiracare.com\/care-centers\/meet-your-care-teams\/?centerId=1264\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Jason Kearns<\/a> sees a common pattern\u2014many men wait until something feels wrong before seeking care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cPreventive care is about staying ahead of issues, not reacting to them,\u201d Kearns said. \u201cSimple things like blood work or blood pressure checks can help catch concerns early, when they\u2019re easier to manage.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the <a href=\"https:\/\/archive.cdc.gov\/www_cdc_gov\/media\/pressrel\/r010725.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CDC<\/a>, men are 33% less likely to visit the doctor than women \u2014 and often delay care for years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cA lot of times, men will seek medical care several years after dealing with a problem,\u201d Kearns said. \u201cCatching health issues early makes them easier to treat.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Understanding the barriers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Kearns says many of the barriers men face are common \u2014 and understandable:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Busy schedules and difficulty finding time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A tendency to \u2018tough it out\u2019 or put health concerns off<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discomfort talking about personal health topics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not having an established relationship with a provider<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why preventive care matters<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Men die about five years sooner than women, according to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/nchs\/products\/databriefs\/db548.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CDC<\/a>, and routine screenings can help change that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cHigh blood pressure can be a silent issue,\u201d Kearns said. \u201cWe\u2019re also seeing younger adults develop heart disease. Early screenings \u2014 like cholesterol and blood pressure checks \u2014 can help reduce those risks.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many screenings can be completed during a simple visit with basic tests \u2014 like blood pressure, diabetes and cholesterol checks. If you have a Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City (Blue KC) plan with exclusive access to Spira Care, your Spira Care provider can also walk through recommended screenings for cancers such as prostate, lung and colorectal, based on your age, personal and family history, and overall risk factors \u2014 along with when those screenings should start and how often they are needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A different approach to care<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Kearns focuses on making care more comfortable and collaborative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI take a shared decision-making approach,\u201d he said. \u201cInstead of telling patients what to do, we talk through options together. That helps build trust and makes it easier to take that first step.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kearns says that same approach applies to behavioral health support and connecting members to on-site behavioral health consultants \u2014 meeting people where they are and helping them feel comfortable talking through what they\u2019re experiencing while offering practical ways to manage things like stress or anxiety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Making it easier with Spira Care<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With <a href=\"https:\/\/spiracare.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Spira Care<\/a>, getting care is designed to be simple and convenient:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Early morning, evening and Saturday appointments<sup>1<\/sup><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Same-day and next-day availability<sup>1<\/sup><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comfortable, unhurried visits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Telehealth appointment options<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access to an integrated care team, including behavioral health consultants<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A real example<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One patient in his mid-40s hadn\u2019t seen a doctor in a while. During a visit, Kearns ordered a PSA test that showed elevated levels. Follow-up care with a urologist led to early treatment for prostate cancer, and today, the patient is cancer free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThat\u2019s why getting in early matters,\u201d Kearns said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Take the first step<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With a Blue KC plan that includes Spira Care, you have access to <a href=\"https:\/\/spiracare.com\/care-centers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">nine Spira Care Centers<\/a> across the Kansas City metro area and scheduling an appointment is simple, not overcomplicated or time-consuming. Whether you have a specific concern or just want to check in on your health, your care team is here to help you get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Schedule an appointment today with Kearns or another Spira Care provider. Call <strong>913-29-SPIRA (77472)<\/strong> to find a time that works for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most eligible members pay $0 for services, while members with a Health Savings Account (HSA) pay a predictable $60 per visit until their deductible is met.<sup>2<\/sup> Preventive care is always covered at no cost.<sup>2<\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest Emergency Department. In case of a mental health emergency, call or text 988.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"740\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluekc.com\/blueprint\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/06\/kearns_jason14f-1024x740.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13774\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluekc.com\/blueprint\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/06\/kearns_jason14f-1024x740.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bluekc.com\/blueprint\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/06\/kearns_jason14f-300x217.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bluekc.com\/blueprint\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/06\/kearns_jason14f-768x555.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bluekc.com\/blueprint\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/06\/kearns_jason14f-1536x1109.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.bluekc.com\/blueprint\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/06\/kearns_jason14f-2048x1479.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Jason Kearns, Physician Assistant, Spira Care Lee\u2019s Summit<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Jason Kearns is a physician assistant at Spira Care Lee\u2019s Summit. 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