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Who is Dr. Bufe, Pediatrician in Decatur, GA?
Dr. Ashley Bufe, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Decatur, GA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Bufe completed her residency at Emory University School Of Medicine. Dr. Bufe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bufe’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bufe’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Bufe?
Dr. Ashley Bufe, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Bufe empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Decatur, GA community, Dr. Bufe is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Bufe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Emory University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Bufe board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Ashley Bufe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Bufe speak?
Dr. Bufe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Bufe typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Bufe 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. Bufe. 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 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Sore Throat Due to Other Germs
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis from specific organisms
- Bacterial sore throat
- Infectious pharyngitis
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J028: Acute pharyngitis due to other specified organisms
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Preventive Fluoride Treatment
- Fluoride application
- Dental fluoride treatment
- Prophylactic fluoride
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z293: Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Bufe typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Bufe 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. Bufe. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Bufe accept my insurance?
Dr. Bufe 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. Bufe accept in Decatur, GA?
Dr. Bufe in Decatur, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
CareSource
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bufe's office located?
What is Dr. Bufe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bufe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588824155.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bufe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bufe
What is Dr. Ashley Bufe's specialty?
Dr. Bufe is a Pediatrician near Decatur, GA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Ashley Bufe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bufe is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Children's Scottish Rite Hospital, Arthur M. Blank Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ashley Bufe accepting new patients in Decatur, GA?
Yes, Dr. Ashley Bufe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashley Bufe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bufe's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashley Bufe?
Please contact Dr. Bufe's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ashley Bufe have?
Dr. Ashley Bufe is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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