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Who is Dr. Buford, Urologist in Saint Clair Shores, MI?
Dr. Karis Buford, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Saint Clair Shores, MI with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Buford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buford’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buford’s office at (248) 551-9238.
What languages does Dr. Buford speak?
Dr. Buford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Buford treat?
As a Urologist, Dr. Buford 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. Buford. 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:
- Asymptomatic Microscopic Blood in Urine
- Visible Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Hidden blood in urine without symptoms
- Microscopic hematuria without symptoms
- No symptoms blood in urine
- Gross hematuria
- Macroscopic hematuria
- Bloody pee
ICD-10 Codes:
- R3121: Asymptomatic microscopic hematuria
- R310: Gross hematuria
Also known as:
- Urge Urinary Incontinence
- Mixed Urinary Incontinence
- Stress Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urge Incontinence
- Overactive Bladder
- Sudden Urge to Urinate
- Combined incontinence
- Stress and urge incontinence
- Dual incontinence
- Stress Incontinence
- Leakage with Coughing
- Bladder Leakage with Activity
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3941: Urge incontinence
- N3946: Mixed incontinence
- N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)
Also known as:
- Frequent Urination
- Sudden Urge to Urinate
- Waking Up to Urinate at Night
- Urine and Urination
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary frequency
- Peeing often
- Frequent need to urinate
- Urinary urgency
- Urgent need to pee
- Overactive bladder symptom
- Nocturia
- Nighttime urination
- Frequent night peeing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R350: Frequency of micturition
- R3915: Urgency of urination
- R351: Nocturia
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Ureter Stone
- Kidney and Ureter Stones
- Ureteral Disorder
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
- Ureteral Calculus
- Renal and Ureteral Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
- N201: Calculus of ureter
- N202: Calculus of kidney with calculus of ureter
Also known as:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Sudden Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
- Bladder Disease
- Urine and Urination
- Acute Bladder Infection with Blood
- Cystitis with Hematuria
- Bloody Urine from Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3001: Acute cystitis with hematuria
Also known as:
- Overactive Bladder
- OAB
- Urgency Incontinence
- Frequent Urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3281: Overactive bladder
Also known as:
- Urinary Retention
- Urine and Urination
- Inability to urinate', 'Bladder retention', 'Can't pee
- Trouble emptying bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R338: Other retention of urine
Also known as:
- Right-Sided Pelvic and Perineal Pain
- Pain in right pelvic area
- Right perineum discomfort
- Right groin pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1021: Pelvic and perineal pain right side
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Cystocele
- Pelvic Floor Disorder
- Fallen Bladder
- Bladder Prolapse
- Anterior Vaginal Wall Prolapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- N8111: Cystocele, midline
Also known as:
- Reflex Neurogenic Bladder
- Bladder Disease
- Reflex Bladder
- Automatic Bladder
- Spinal Cord Injury Bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- N311: Reflex neuropathic bladder, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does Dr. Buford perform?
As a Urologist, Dr. Buford 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. Buford. 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:
- Bladder and Urethra Scope
- Cystoscopy
- Urethroscopy
- Bladder scope procedure
CPT Codes:
- 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Complex Bladder Pressure Test
- Abdominal Voiding Pressure Study
- Complex Cystometrogram
- Voiding Pressure Study
- Bladder Function Test with Pressure
- Rectal Pressure Study
- Gastric Pressure Test
- Intraperitoneal Pressure Measurement
CPT Codes:
- 51728: Complex cystometrogram (ie, calibrated electronic equipment); with voiding pressure studies (ie, bladder voiding pressure), any technique
- 51797: Voiding pressure studies, intra-abdominal (ie, rectal, gastric, intraperitoneal) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Muscle Activity Test of Anal or Urethral Sphincter
- Sphincter EMG
- Anal Sphincter Electromyography
- Urethral Sphincter EMG
- Pelvic Floor Muscle Test
CPT Codes:
- 51784: Electromyography studies (EMG) of anal or urethral sphincter, other than needle, any technique
Also known as:
- Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
- Post-void residual urine measurement
- Bladder capacity ultrasound
- Non-imaging bladder scan
CPT Codes:
- 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging
Also known as:
- Complex Urine Flow Test
- Uroflowmetry
- Advanced Urine Flow Measurement
- Bladder Function Test
CPT Codes:
- 51741: Complex uroflowmetry (eg, calibrated electronic equipment)
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer Medicine Instillation
- Intravesical Chemotherapy
- Bladder Drug Instillation
- Anticancer Bladder Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 51720: Bladder instillation of anticarcinogenic agent (including retention time)
Also known as:
- Bladder Dilation for Interstitial Cystitis
- Cystoscopy with Bladder Dilation
- Interstitial Cystitis Treatment
- Bladder Stretching Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 52260: Cystourethroscopy, with dilation of bladder for interstitial cystitis; general or conduction (spinal) anesthesia
Also known as:
- Ureteral Stent Placement (via Cystoscopy)
- Cystoscopy with ureteral stent
- Double-J stent insertion
- Gibbons stent placement
- Kidney stent placement
CPT Codes:
- 52332: Cystourethroscopy, with insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)
Does Dr. Buford accept my insurance?
Dr. Buford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (248) 551-9238 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buford accept in Saint Clair Shores, MI?
Dr. Buford in Saint Clair Shores, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Citizens Rx
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Buford's office located?
Dr. Karis Buford's Primary Practice
20952 E 12 Mile Rd Ste 200
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(248) 551-9238
Dr. Karis Buford's Practice 3
5701 Bow Pointe Dr Ste 250
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 620-6660
What is Dr. Buford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366963431.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buford
What is Dr. Karis Buford's specialty?
Dr. Buford is a Urologist near Saint Clair Shores, MI. A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures. Contact Dr. Buford to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Karis Buford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buford is affiliated with Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Trinity Health Oakland Hospital, Dmc Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital, Corewell Health Dearborn 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
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Is Karis Buford accepting new patients in Saint Clair Shores, MI?
Yes, Dr. Karis Buford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karis Buford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buford's office at (248) 551-9238 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karis Buford?
Please contact Dr. Buford's office at (248) 551-9238 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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