25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buchin, Surgeon in Huntington, NY?
Dr. David Buchin, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Huntington, NY. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Buchin is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buchin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buchin’s office at (631) 351-2024.
Is Dr. Buchin board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. David Buchin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Buchin speak?
Dr. Buchin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Buchin typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Buchin 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. Buchin. 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:
- Severe Obesity
- Overweight
- Obesity from Excess Calories
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Body Weight
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Excess Weight
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
- Diet-Related Obesity
- Common Obesity
- Nutritional Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E663: Overweight
- E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Buchin typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Buchin 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. Buchin. 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
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
- Gastric Sleeve Surgery
- Longitudinal Gastrectomy
- Laparoscopic Weight Loss Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 43775: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; longitudinal gastrectomy (ie, sleeve gastrectomy)
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Repair of Paraesophageal Hernia (No Mesh)
- Keyhole Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hiatal Hernia Repair
- Fundoplasty (Laparoscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 43281: Laparoscopy, surgical, repair of paraesophageal hernia, includes fundoplasty, when performed; without implantation of mesh
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Tumor Ablation
- EGD with Ablation
- Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Scope with Ablation
- Flexible Endoscopy Lesion Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 43270: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with ablation of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) (includes pre- and post-dilation and guide wire passage, when performed)
Also known as:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Does Dr. Buchin accept my insurance?
Dr. Buchin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 351-2024 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buchin accept in Huntington, NY?
Dr. Buchin in Huntington, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Buchin's office located?
Dr. David Buchin's Primary Practice
224 Wall St Ste 101
Huntington, NY 11743
(631) 351-2024
What is Dr. Buchin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buchin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417052242.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buchin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buchin
What is Dr. David Buchin's specialty?
Dr. Buchin is a Surgeon near Huntington, NY.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. David Buchin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buchin is affiliated with Huntington 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
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Is David Buchin accepting new patients in Huntington, NY?
Yes, Dr. David Buchin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Buchin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buchin's office at (631) 351-2024 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Buchin?
Please contact Dr. Buchin's office at (631) 351-2024 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Buchin have?
Dr. David Buchin is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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