Dr. Nicholas Buckwalter, MD
Lebanon, PA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buckwalter, Family Medicine Specialist in Lebanon, PA?
Dr. Nicholas Buckwalter, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lebanon, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Buckwalter completed his residency at Lancaster General Hospital. Dr. Buckwalter is fluent in English and Swahili, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buckwalter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buckwalter’s office.
Where did Dr. Buckwalter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lancaster General Hospital
Medical School: University of Virginia Medical School
What languages does Dr. Buckwalter speak?
Dr. Buckwalter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Swahili
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Buckwalter typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Buckwalter 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. Buckwalter. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
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:
- 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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Buckwalter typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Buckwalter 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. Buckwalter. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Buckwalter accept my insurance?
Dr. Buckwalter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buckwalter accept in Lebanon, PA?
Dr. Buckwalter in Lebanon, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Mpsers
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Buckwalter's office located?
What is Dr. Buckwalter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buckwalter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093009995.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buckwalter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buckwalter
What is Dr. Nicholas Buckwalter's specialty?
Dr. Buckwalter is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lebanon, PA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Nicholas Buckwalter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buckwalter is affiliated with Wellspan Good Samaritan Hospital, Reading Hospital Tower Health, Upmc Lititz, Wellspan York Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian 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 Nicholas Buckwalter accepting new patients in Lebanon, PA?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Buckwalter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Buckwalter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buckwalter's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Buckwalter?
Please contact Dr. Buckwalter's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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