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Dr. James Buirkle, MD

Old Tappan, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Buirkle, Internist in Old Tappan, NJ?

    Dr. James Buirkle, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Old Tappan, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Buirkle graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at UMDNJ. Dr. Buirkle is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buirkle’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buirkle’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Buirkle?

    Dr. James Buirkle, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Buirkle empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Old Tappan/NJ community, Dr. Buirkle is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: UMDNJ

    • Medical School: Rutgers

    Is Dr. Buirkle board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. James Buirkle, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Buirkle speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Buirkle treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Buirkle 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. Buirkle. 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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • High Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol
    • Hypertriglyceridemia
    • Elevated triglycerides
    • High blood fats

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
    • E781: Pure hyperglyceridemia

    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:

    • 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:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Inflammation
    • Bladder Disease
    • Cystitis
    • Bladder Infection
    • Painful Bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3090: Cystitis, unspecified without hematuria

    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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • History of Nicotine Dependence
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Past nicotine addiction
    • Previous smoking habit
    • History of tobacco use disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence

    Which procedures does Dr. Buirkle perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. James Buirkle may include:

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

    Does Dr. Buirkle accept my insurance?

    Dr. Buirkle 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. Buirkle accept in Old Tappan, NJ?

    Dr. Buirkle in Old Tappan, NJ 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)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • MagnaCare Rx

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Buirkle's office located?

    Dr. James Buirkle's Primary Practice

    215 Old Tappan Rd

    Old Tappan, NJ 07675

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    Dr. James Buirkle's Practice 2

    350 Engle St

    Englewood, NJ 07631

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    Dr. James Buirkle's Practice 3

    645 Westwood Ave Fl 2

    River Vale, NJ 07675

    (201) 666-1000

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

    Dr. Buirkle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215041140.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buirkle?

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

    What is Dr. James Buirkle's specialty?

    Dr. Buirkle is a Internist near Old Tappan, NJ.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Buirkle to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Buirkle is affiliated with Englewood Hospital 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 Internist?

    Explore Internist 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 Buirkle accepting new patients in Old Tappan, NJ?

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

    Does Dr. James Buirkle offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Buirkle's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Buirkle?

    Please contact Dr. Buirkle's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Buirkle have?

    Dr. James Buirkle is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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