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Who is Dr. Buss, Interventional Cardiologist in Bend, OR?
Dr. Nicholas Buss, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Bend, OR with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Buss is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buss’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buss’s office.
Is Dr. Buss board certified in Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Buss, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Buss speak?
Dr. Buss and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Buss treat?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Buss 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. Buss. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Unstable Angina
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Chronic Combined Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Mixed Heart Failure
- Chronic Biventricular Heart Failure
- Ongoing Systolic and Diastolic Dysfunction
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5042: Chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Inferior Wall Heart Attack (STEMI) - Other Artery
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
- Inferior Myocardial Infarction
- STEMI Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
- I2119: ST elevation (STEMI) myocardial infarction involving other coronary artery of inferior wall
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Heart Test Results
- Heart Disease
- Irregular Cardiovascular Function Study
- Unusual Heart Exam Findings
- Heart Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9439: Abnormal result of other cardiovascular function study
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Having a Coronary Angioplasty Implant or Graft
- Angioplasty
- Coronary stent
- Heart artery graft
- Angioplasty device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z955: Presence of coronary angioplasty implant and graft
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Precordial pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R072: Precordial pain
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Unstable Angina (Sudden Chest Pain)
- Angina
- Unstable Angina
- Acute Angina
- Worsening Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I200: Unstable angina
Which procedures does Dr. Buss perform as a Interventional Cardiologist?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Nicholas Buss may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Buss' office.
Does Dr. Buss accept my insurance?
Dr. Buss accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buss accept in Bend, OR?
Dr. Buss in Bend, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Peace Health
Providence Health Plans
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Buss' office located?
What is Dr. Buss's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buss's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346414752.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buss?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buss
What is Dr. Nicholas Buss's specialty?
Dr. Buss is a Interventional Cardiologist near Bend, OR. A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function. Contact Dr. Buss to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nicholas Buss affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buss is affiliated with St. Charles Bend which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Interventional Cardiologist?
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Is Nicholas Buss accepting new patients in Bend, OR?
No, Dr. Nicholas Buss is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Buss offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buss's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Buss?
Please contact Dr. Buss's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nicholas Buss have?
Dr. Nicholas Buss is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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