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43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buckingham, Internist in Ojai, CA?
Dr. Robert Buckingham, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Ojai, CA. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Buckingham completed his residency at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. He is a member of the American College of Physicians. Dr. Buckingham is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buckingham’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buckingham’s office at (805) 646-0104.
Where did Dr. Buckingham go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Medical School: University of Illinois Abraham Lincoln College of Medicine
Is Dr. Buckingham board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Buckingham, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 1983
What languages does Dr. Buckingham speak?
Dr. Buckingham and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Buckingham treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Buckingham 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. Buckingham. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
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:
- Obesity
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Body Fat
- Weight Management Issues
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6830: Body mass index [BMI] 30.0-30.9, adult
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Protein-Calorie Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Protein-energy malnutrition
- General malnutrition
ICD-10 Codes:
- E46: Unspecified protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Vascular Dementia
- Dementia
- Multi-infarct dementia
- Cognitive decline from vascular issues
- Dementia due to blood vessel problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0150: Vascular dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Insomnia
- Sleeplessness
- Trouble sleeping
- Chronic insomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4700: Insomnia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- History of Nicotine Dependence
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Past nicotine addiction
- Previous smoking habit
- History of tobacco use disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence
Also known as:
- Metabolic Syndrome
- Syndrome X
- Insulin Resistance Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- E88810: Metabolic syndrome
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
Also known as:
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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
What procedures does Dr. Buckingham perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Buckingham performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Buckingham. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Buckingham accept my insurance?
Dr. Buckingham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 646-0104 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buckingham accept in Ojai, CA?
Dr. Buckingham in Ojai, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Gold Coast Health Plan
Heritage Health
Kern Health Systems
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Buckingham's office located?
Dr. Robert Buckingham's Primary Practice
115 Pirie Rd Ste D
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 646-0104
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American College of Physicians
FACP
2009
Awards
Strathmore'sWho's Who National Internist of the Year
Strathmore's Who's Who
Publications
Hazing Aging
I universe, July 2015
Rejuvenation!
I universe, July 2017
Trafficking
to be determined, December 2017
What is Dr. Buckingham's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buckingham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023147675.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buckingham?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buckingham
What is Dr. Robert Buckingham's specialty?
Dr. Buckingham is a Internist near Ojai, CA.
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. Buckingham to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Robert Buckingham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buckingham is affiliated with Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Robert Buckingham accepting new patients in Ojai, CA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Buckingham is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Buckingham offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buckingham's office at (805) 646-0104 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Buckingham?
Please contact Dr. Buckingham's office at (805) 646-0104 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Buckingham have?
Dr. Robert Buckingham is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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