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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buford, Family Medicine Specialist in Northfield, NJ?
Dr. Alexandra Buford, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Northfield, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Buford is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buford’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buford’s office at (609) 365-6217.
What languages does Dr. Buford speak?
Dr. Buford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Buford treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Buford 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. Buford. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
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:
- Overweight
- Class 1 Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Body Weight
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Obesity
- Excess Weight
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
- Mild Obesity
- Moderate Obesity
- BMI Class 1 Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- BMI Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E663: Overweight
- E66811: Obesity, class 1
- E66813: Obesity, class 3
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Other Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Thyroid Gland Underactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
- E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
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:
- 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:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Healthy Weight
- Body Weight
- Normal Weight
- Body Mass Index
- Optimal Weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6824: Body mass index [BMI] 24.0-24.9, adult
Which procedures does Dr. Buford perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexandra Buford may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Buford's office.
Does Dr. Buford accept my insurance?
Dr. Buford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (609) 365-6217 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buford accept in Northfield, NJ?
Dr. Buford in Northfield, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Health Partners Plans
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Medicare
Sabre
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Buford's office located?
Dr. Alexandra Buford's Primary Practice
2605 Shore Rd
Northfield, NJ 08225
(609) 365-6217
What is Dr. Buford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386959500.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buford
What is Dr. Alexandra Buford's specialty?
Dr. Buford is a Family Medicine Specialist near Northfield, NJ. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Buford to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexandra Buford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buford is affiliated with Shore Medical Center, AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center-Mainland Campus, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital 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 Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Alexandra Buford accepting new patients in Northfield, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Alexandra Buford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexandra Buford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buford's office at (609) 365-6217 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexandra Buford?
Please contact Dr. Buford's office at (609) 365-6217 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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