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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buhr, Internist in Waterloo, IA?
Dr. Brent Buhr, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Waterloo, IA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Buhr graduated from University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine. Dr. Buhr is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buhr’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buhr’s office at (319) 272-4300.
Where did Dr. Buhr go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine
Is Dr. Buhr board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Brent Buhr, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Buhr speak?
Dr. Buhr and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Buhr typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Buhr 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. Buhr. 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:
- 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Administrative Medical Exams
- Miscellaneous administrative exams
- Various official health checks
- Other regulatory medical assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0289: Encounter for other administrative examinations
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Buhr typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Brent Buhr 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
Please contact Dr. Buhr's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Buhr accept my insurance?
Dr. Buhr accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 272-4300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buhr accept in Waterloo, IA?
Dr. Buhr in Waterloo, IA 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)
FMH Benefit Services
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Buhr's office located?
What is Dr. Buhr's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buhr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194952200.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buhr?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buhr
What is Dr. Brent Buhr's specialty?
Dr. Buhr is a Internist near Waterloo, IA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Brent Buhr affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buhr is affiliated with Unitypoint Health-Allen Hospital 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Brent Buhr accepting new patients in Waterloo, IA?
Yes, Dr. Brent Buhr is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brent Buhr offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buhr's office at (319) 272-4300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brent Buhr?
Please contact Dr. Buhr's office at (319) 272-4300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brent Buhr have?
Dr. Brent Buhr is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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