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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buhr, Pulmonologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Russell Buhr, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Buhr is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buhr’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buhr’s office at (310) 794-6553.
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 Dr. Buhr treat?
As a Pulmonologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
- Damaged Lung Air Sacs
- COPD Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
- J431: Panlobular emphysema
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
Also known as:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
- Severe Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Severe Asthma
- Acute Severe Asthma Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4551: Severe persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
- J4489: Other specified chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Also known as:
- Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency
- AAT Deficiency
- Alpha-1 Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8801: Alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Which procedures does Dr. Buhr perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Russell Buhr may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Buhr's office.
Does Dr. Buhr accept my insurance?
Dr. Buhr accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 794-6553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buhr accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Buhr in Los Angeles, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Directors Guild of America Employees
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Buhr's office located?
Dr. Russell Buhr's Primary Practice
200 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 365
Los Angeles, CA 90095
(310) 794-6553
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 1295059749.
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. Russell Buhr's specialty?
Dr. Buhr is a Pulmonologist near Los Angeles, CA. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Buhr to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Russell Buhr affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buhr is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center 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 Russell Buhr accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Russell Buhr is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Russell Buhr offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buhr's office at (310) 794-6553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Russell Buhr?
Please contact Dr. Buhr's office at (310) 794-6553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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