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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buchanan, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Ian Buchanan, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA. Dr. Buchanan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buchanan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buchanan’s office at (310) 933-2000.
What languages does Dr. Buchanan speak?
Dr. Buchanan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Buchanan typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Buchanan 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. Buchanan. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Buchanan typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ian Buchanan may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Buchanan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Buchanan accept my insurance?
Dr. Buchanan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 933-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buchanan accept in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Buchanan in Long Beach, 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 Corporation
City of Los Angeles
HealthSmart
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Buchanan's office located?
Dr. Ian Buchanan's Primary Practice
2801 Atlantic Ave
Long Beach, CA 90806
(310) 933-2000
What is Dr. Buchanan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buchanan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295094084.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buchanan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buchanan
What is Dr. Ian Buchanan's specialty?
Dr. Buchanan is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Long Beach, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Ian Buchanan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buchanan is affiliated with Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Uci Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Pih Health Whittier 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ian Buchanan accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ian Buchanan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ian Buchanan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buchanan's office at (310) 933-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ian Buchanan?
Please contact Dr. Buchanan's office at (310) 933-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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