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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buffa, Internist in Mount Kisco, NY?
Dr. Peter Buffa, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Mount Kisco, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Buffa completed his residency at A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Internal Medicine. Dr. Buffa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buffa’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buffa’s office at (516) 731-7770.
Where did Dr. Buffa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny
Is Dr. Buffa board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Peter Buffa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Buffa speak?
Dr. Buffa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Buffa treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Buffa 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. Buffa. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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
Which procedures does Dr. Buffa perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Peter Buffa may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Buffa's office.
Does Dr. Buffa accept my insurance?
Dr. Buffa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 731-7770 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buffa accept in Mount Kisco, NY?
Dr. Buffa in Mount Kisco, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
ArcBest Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Buffa's office located?
What is Dr. Buffa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buffa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790884344.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buffa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buffa
What is Dr. Peter Buffa's specialty?
Dr. Buffa is a Internist near Mount Kisco, NY.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Buffa to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Peter Buffa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buffa is affiliated with Peconic Bay Medical Center, North Shore University Hospital, Good Samaritan University Hospital - West Islip, NY 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Peter Buffa accepting new patients in Mount Kisco, NY?
Yes, Dr. Peter Buffa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Buffa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buffa's office at (516) 731-7770 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Buffa?
Please contact Dr. Buffa's office at (516) 731-7770 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Buffa have?
Dr. Peter Buffa is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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