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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buchanan, Adolescent Medicine Specialist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Kristen Buchanan is an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ. Dr. Buchanan graduated from A.T. Still University of Health Sciences/ Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Buchanan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buchanan’s office at (623) 846-7575.
Where did Dr. Buchanan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: A.T. Still University of Health Sciences/ Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Buchanan speak?
Dr. Buchanan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Buchanan typically treat?
As an Adolescent 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:
- 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
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:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L309: Dermatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Buchanan typically perform?
As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kristen Buchanan may include:
- Adolescent Annual Check Up
- Adolescent Medicine Consultation
- Adolescent Medicine Follow Up
- Adolescent Pap Smear / Annual GYN Exam
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 (623) 846-7575 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buchanan accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Buchanan in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Mercy Care
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Buchanan's office located?
Dr. Kristen Buchanan's Primary Practice
4700 N 51st Ave Ste 4
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 846-7575
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 1114271798.
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. Kristen Buchanan's specialty?
Dr. Buchanan is a Adolescent Medicine Specialist near Phoenix, AZ.
Is this Dr. Kristen Buchanan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buchanan is affiliated with Banner Desert Medical Center, Valleywise Health Medical Center, Banner Estrella 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
When to see an Adolescent Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kristen Buchanan accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Kristen Buchanan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristen Buchanan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buchanan's office at (623) 846-7575 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristen Buchanan?
Please contact Dr. Buchanan's office at (623) 846-7575 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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