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Who is Dr. Lama Von Buchwald, Interventional Cardiologist in Billings, MT?
Dr. Claudia Lama Von Buchwald, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Billings, MT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lama Von Buchwald is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lama Von Buchwald’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lama Von Buchwald’s office at (406) 238-2500.
What languages does Dr. Lama Von Buchwald speak?
Dr. Lama Von Buchwald and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Lama Von Buchwald typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Lama Von Buchwald 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. Lama Von Buchwald. 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:
- Having a Coronary Angioplasty Implant or Graft
- Angioplasty
- Coronary stent
- Heart artery graft
- Angioplasty device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z955: Presence of coronary angioplasty implant and graft
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:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Lama Von Buchwald typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Claudia Lama Von Buchwald may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
Please contact Dr. Lama Von Buchwald's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lama Von Buchwald accept my insurance?
Dr. Lama Von Buchwald accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (406) 238-2500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lama Von Buchwald accept in Billings, MT?
Dr. Lama Von Buchwald in Billings, MT 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 North Dakota
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
PacificSource
Trustmark Mutual Holding Company
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lama Von Buchwald's office located?
Dr. Claudia Lama Von Buchwald's Primary Practice
801 N 29th St
Billings, MT 59101
(406) 238-2500
What is Dr. Lama Von Buchwald's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lama Von Buchwald's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447636451.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lama Von Buchwald?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lama Von Buchwald
What is Dr. Claudia Lama Von Buchwald's specialty?
Dr. Lama Von Buchwald is a Interventional Cardiologist near Billings, MT.
What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?
A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function.
Is this Dr. Claudia Lama Von Buchwald affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lama Von Buchwald is affiliated with West Park Hospital, Banner Wyoming Medical Center, Billings Clinic 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 an Interventional Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Claudia Lama Von Buchwald accepting new patients in Billings, MT?
Yes, Dr. Claudia Lama Von Buchwald is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Claudia Lama Von Buchwald offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lama Von Buchwald's office at (406) 238-2500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Claudia Lama Von Buchwald?
Please contact Dr. Lama Von Buchwald's office at (406) 238-2500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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