42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Bucholz, Neurosurgeon in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Richard Bucholz, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Bucholz completed his residency at Yale New Haven Community Hospital. Dr. Bucholz is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bucholz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bucholz’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Bucholz?
Dr. Richard Bucholz, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Bucholz empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Tumors, Epilepsy/Seizure Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Stereotactic Radiosurgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Saint Louis/MO community, Dr. Bucholz is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Bucholz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Yale New Haven Community Hospital
Medical School: Yale University-School of Medicine
Is Dr. Bucholz board certified in Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Richard Bucholz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Bucholz speak?
Dr. Bucholz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Bucholz treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Bucholz 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. Bucholz. 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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's with Variable Movements', 'PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia', 'On-Off Parkinson's
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- Neurostimulator Management
- Nerve Stimulator Adjustment
- Implantable Neurostimulator Care
- Deep Brain Stimulator Management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4542: Encounter for adjustment and management of neurostimulator
Also known as:
- Other Functional Implants
- Various Medical Devices
- Specialized Implants
- Functional Prosthetics
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9689: Presence of other specified functional implants
Also known as:
- Brain Growth of Unknown Type
- Brain Disease
- Brain tumor of unknown nature
- Brain lesion of unknown behavior
- Indeterminate brain mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Does Dr. Bucholz accept my insurance?
Dr. Bucholz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bucholz accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Bucholz in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
State of Missouri
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bucholz's office located?
What is Dr. Bucholz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bucholz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457455677.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bucholz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bucholz
What is Dr. Richard Bucholz's specialty?
Dr. Bucholz is a Neurosurgeon near Saint Louis, MO. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Bucholz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Bucholz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bucholz is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Richard Bucholz accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Richard Bucholz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Bucholz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bucholz's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Bucholz?
Please contact Dr. Bucholz's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Bucholz have?
Dr. Richard Bucholz is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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