EverydayHealthLogo
JB

Dr. James Buckmaster, MD

Wausau, WI

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Buckmaster, Family Medicine Specialist in Wausau, WI?

    Dr. James Buckmaster, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wausau, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 39 years. Dr. Buckmaster graduated from University of Ky Coll of Medicine and completed his residency at Toledo Hospital. Dr. Buckmaster is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buckmaster’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buckmaster’s office at (270) 831-2004.

    Where did Dr. Buckmaster go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Toledo Hospital

    • Medical School: University of Ky Coll of Med, Lexington Ky | University of Ky Coll of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Buckmaster speak?

    Dr. Buckmaster and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Buckmaster treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Buckmaster 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. Buckmaster. 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.

    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:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Overweight
    • Body Weight
    • High Body Mass Index
    • Excess Weight
    • Weight Management Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
    • Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
    • Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • High Body Mass Index
    • Excess Body Fat
    • Weight Management Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
    • Z6830: Body mass index [BMI] 30.0-30.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Travel Health Counseling
    • Traveler's Health
    • Travel medicine consultation
    • Pre-travel health advice
    • International travel health

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7184: Encounter for health counseling related to travel

    Also known as:

    • Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
    • Body Weight
    • Overweight BMI
    • Adult pre-obesity BMI
    • Higher than normal BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head and Neck Movement Problems
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Head Segmental Dysfunction
    • Cervical Somatic Dysfunction
    • Head Biomechanical Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M9900: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of head region

    Which procedures does Dr. Buckmaster perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Buckmaster may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Buckmaster's office.

    Does Dr. Buckmaster accept my insurance?

    Dr. Buckmaster accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 831-2004 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Buckmaster accept in Wausau, WI?

    Dr. Buckmaster in Wausau, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EDS

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Medicare

    • PreferredOne

    • Security Health Plan

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • UPMC Health Plan

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Buckmaster's office located?

    Dr. James Buckmaster's Primary Practice

    333 Pine Ridge Blvd

    Wausau, WI 54401

    (270) 831-2004

    Get Directions

    Dr. James Buckmaster's Practice 2

    425 Wind Ridge Dr

    Wausau, WI 54401

    Get Directions

    Dr. James Buckmaster's Practice 3

    327 2nd St Ste B

    Henderson, KY 42420

    (270) 831-2004

    Get Directions

    What is Dr. Buckmaster's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Buckmaster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366449159.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buckmaster?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buckmaster

    What is Dr. James Buckmaster's specialty?

    Dr. Buckmaster is a Family Medicine Specialist near Wausau, WI. 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. Contact Dr. Buckmaster to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Buckmaster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Buckmaster is affiliated with Aspirus Wausau Hospital, UPMC Washington, Aspirus Rhinelander 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is James Buckmaster accepting new patients in Wausau, WI?

    Yes, Dr. James Buckmaster is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Buckmaster offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Buckmaster's office at (270) 831-2004 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Buckmaster?

    Please contact Dr. Buckmaster's office at (270) 831-2004 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Other Family Medicine Specialist Near Wausau, WI

    Dr. Eileen Gavin, MD

    Family Medicine Specialist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Wausau, WI
    KS

    Family Medicine Specialist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Wausau, WI
    KH

    Family Medicine Specialist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Wausau, WI
    See All Specialists

    Doctors by Category

    Specialists