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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buttar, Psychiatrist in Cheektowaga, NY?
Dr. Kulwant Buttar, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Cheektowaga, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Buttar is fluent in English and Panjabi; Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buttar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buttar’s office.
Is Dr. Buttar board certified as a Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Kulwant Buttar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Buttar speak?
Dr. Buttar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Panjabi; Punjabi
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Buttar typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Buttar 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. Buttar. 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:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Buttar typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Kulwant Buttar may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
Please contact Dr. Buttar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Buttar accept my insurance?
Dr. Buttar 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. Buttar accept in Cheektowaga, NY?
Dr. Buttar in Cheektowaga, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Highmark Health
Independent Health Association
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Buttar's office located?
What is Dr. Buttar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buttar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366486789.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buttar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buttar
What is Dr. Kulwant Buttar's specialty?
Dr. Buttar is a Psychiatrist near Cheektowaga, NY.
What does a Psychiatrist do?
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Is this Dr. Kulwant Buttar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buttar is affiliated with Olean General Hospital, Mount St. Mary’s Hospital, Kenmore Mercy Hospital, Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo 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 Kulwant Buttar accepting new patients in Cheektowaga, NY?
Yes, Dr. Kulwant Buttar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kulwant Buttar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buttar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kulwant Buttar?
Please contact Dr. Buttar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kulwant Buttar have?
Dr. Kulwant Buttar is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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