24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buchanan, Family Medicine Specialist in Sanford, FL?
Dr. Sandra Buchanan, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sanford, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Buchanan completed her residency at Halifax Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Buchanan is fluent in English and Croatian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buchanan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buchanan’s office at (386) 424-5777.
Where did Dr. Buchanan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Halifax Med Ctr, Family Medicine
Medical School: University of Fl Coll of Med, Gainesville
Is Dr. Buchanan board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Sandra Buchanan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Buchanan speak?
Dr. Buchanan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Croatian
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Buchanan typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Buchanan 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. Buchanan. 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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Alcohol Abuse Counseling
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol addiction counseling
- Alcohol dependency treatment
- Alcohol recovery support
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7141: Alcohol abuse counseling and surveillance of alcoholic
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Buchanan typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sandra Buchanan may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Buchanan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Buchanan accept my insurance?
Dr. Buchanan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (386) 424-5777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buchanan accept in Sanford, FL?
Dr. Buchanan in Sanford, FL 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)
Federal government of the United States
Government Employees Health Association
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Transamerica
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Buchanan's office located?
Dr. Sandra Buchanan's Primary Practice
1200 Lexington Green Ln
Sanford, FL 32771
(386) 424-5777
What is Dr. Buchanan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buchanan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003923731.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buchanan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buchanan
What is Dr. Sandra Buchanan's specialty?
Dr. Buchanan is a Family Medicine Specialist near Sanford, FL.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Sandra Buchanan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buchanan is affiliated with St. John’s Health, Halifax Health Medical Center-Daytona Beach, Pen Bay Medical Center, Wellspan York 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sandra Buchanan accepting new patients in Sanford, FL?
Yes, Dr. Sandra Buchanan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sandra Buchanan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buchanan's office at (386) 424-5777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sandra Buchanan?
Please contact Dr. Buchanan's office at (386) 424-5777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sandra Buchanan have?
Dr. Sandra Buchanan is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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