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Who is Dr. Buckley, Neurosurgeon in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Robert Buckley, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Buckley graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis and completed his residency at HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER. Dr. Buckley is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buckley’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buckley’s office at (206) 520-5000.
Where did Dr. Buckley go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER
Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis
What languages does Dr. Buckley speak?
Dr. Buckley and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Buckley typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Buckley 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. Buckley. 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:
- Other Brain Disorder
- Pressure on the Brain
- Brain Disease
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
- Brain Compression
- Intracranial Pressure
- Brain Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
- G935: Compression of brain
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Buckley typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Buckley 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. Buckley. 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:
- Vagus Nerve Stimulator Implantation
- VNS Implantation
- Cranial Nerve Stimulator Surgery
- Neurostimulator for Vagus Nerve
- Vagus Nerve Stimulation Device
CPT Codes:
- 64568: Open implantation of cranial nerve (eg, vagus nerve) neurostimulator electrode array and pulse generator
Also known as:
- Cerebrospinal Shunt Reprogramming
- CSF Shunt Adjustment
- Programmable Shunt Reprogramming
- Brain Shunt Reprogramming
CPT Codes:
- 62252: Reprogramming of programmable cerebrospinal shunt
Does Dr. Buckley accept my insurance?
Dr. Buckley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 520-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buckley accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Buckley in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Community Health Network of Washington
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Microsoft
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Buckley's office located?
What is Dr. Buckley's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buckley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790051266.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buckley?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buckley
What is Dr. Robert Buckley's specialty?
Dr. Buckley is a Neurosurgeon near Seattle, WA.
What does a Neurosurgeon do?
A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.
Is this Dr. Robert Buckley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Buckley is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Seattle Children's Hospital, Harborview Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Robert Buckley accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Buckley is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Buckley offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buckley's office at (206) 520-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Buckley?
Please contact Dr. Buckley's office at (206) 520-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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