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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bucknor, Pediatrician in Gaithersburg, MD?
Dr. Yetunde Bucknor, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Gaithersburg, MD. She has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Bucknor is fluent in English and Yoruba, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bucknor’s office at (217) 877-9117.
Where did Dr. Bucknor go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Ilorin Medical School,Nigeria,,Nigeria
What languages does Dr. Bucknor speak?
Dr. Bucknor and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Yoruba
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Bucknor typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Bucknor 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. Bucknor. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
- Newborn Exam
- Infant Checkup
- Post-Birth Checkup
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
- Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adolescent Development Checkup
- Teen Development
- Teen development exam
- Puberty checkup
- Adolescent growth assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z003: Encounter for examination for adolescent development state
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Bucknor typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Yetunde Bucknor may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Bucknor's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bucknor accept my insurance?
Dr. Bucknor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 877-9117 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bucknor accept in Gaithersburg, MD?
Dr. Bucknor in Gaithersburg, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Johns Hopkins Health System
Maryland Physicians Care
MedStar Health
Riverside Health
State of Maryland
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bucknor's office located?
Dr. Yetunde Bucknor's Primary Practice
220 Girard St Ste 100
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
(217) 877-9117
What is Dr. Bucknor's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bucknor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043320815.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bucknor?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bucknor
What is Dr. Yetunde Bucknor's specialty?
Dr. Bucknor is a Pediatrician near Gaithersburg, MD.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Yetunde Bucknor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bucknor is affiliated with Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore 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 Yetunde Bucknor accepting new patients in Gaithersburg, MD?
Yes, Dr. Yetunde Bucknor is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yetunde Bucknor offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bucknor's office at (217) 877-9117 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yetunde Bucknor?
Please contact Dr. Bucknor's office at (217) 877-9117 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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