Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buendia, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Matthew Buendia, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Buendia is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buendia’s office at (615) 322-7449.
What languages does Dr. Buendia speak?
Dr. Buendia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Buendia typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Buendia 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. Buendia. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Buendia typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Buendia 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. Buendia. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Buendia accept my insurance?
Dr. Buendia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 322-7449 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buendia accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Buendia in Nashville, TN 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)
Oscar Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Buendia's office located?
Dr. Matthew Buendia's Primary Practice
3601 The Vanderbilt Clinic
Nashville, TN 37232
(615) 322-7449
What is Dr. Buendia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buendia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235662412.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buendia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buendia
What is Dr. Matthew Buendia's specialty?
Dr. Buendia is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Nashville, TN.
What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs.
Is this Dr. Matthew Buendia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buendia is affiliated with West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General 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
When to see a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Matthew Buendia accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Buendia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Buendia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buendia's office at (615) 322-7449 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Buendia?
Please contact Dr. Buendia's office at (615) 322-7449 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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