22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buckley, Family Medicine Specialist in Higganum, CT?
Dr. Timothy Buckley, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Higganum, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Buckley graduated from College Of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Middlesex Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Buckley is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buckley’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buckley’s office at (860) 345-8535.
Where did Dr. Buckley go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Middlesex Hosp, Family Medicine | Middlesex Hospital Program
Medical School: Ny Coll Of Osteo Med Of Ny Inst Of Tech- Old Westbury Ny | College Of Osteopathic Medicine | New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Buckley board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Buckley, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Buckley speak?
Dr. Buckley and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Buckley typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Buckley diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Buckley. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Buckley typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Buckley performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Buckley. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Buckley accept my insurance?
Dr. Buckley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 345-8535 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buckley accept in Higganum, CT?
Dr. Buckley in Higganum, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Connecticut
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Buckley's office located?
Dr. Timothy Buckley's Primary Practice
415 Killingworth Rd
Higganum, CT 06441
(860) 345-8535
What is Dr. Buckley's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buckley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558372805.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buckley?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buckley
What is Dr. Timothy Buckley's specialty?
Dr. Buckley is a Family Medicine Specialist near Higganum, CT.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Timothy Buckley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buckley is affiliated with Middlesex Hospital, Midstate Medical Center, The Miriam Hospital, Lawrence & Memorial Hospital, Rhode Island Hospital, Windham Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Timothy Buckley accepting new patients in Higganum, CT?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Buckley is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Timothy Buckley offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buckley's office at (860) 345-8535 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Timothy Buckley?
Please contact Dr. Buckley's office at (860) 345-8535 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Timothy Buckley have?
Dr. Timothy Buckley is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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