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Dr. Keith Bucklen, MD

Southport, NC

43 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Bucklen, Family Medicine Specialist in Southport, NC?

    Dr. Keith Bucklen, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Southport, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 43 years. Dr. Bucklen is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bucklen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bucklen’s office at (704) 735-7069.

    What languages does Dr. Bucklen speak?

    Dr. Bucklen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Bucklen treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bucklen 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. Bucklen. 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:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer
    • Bedsores
    • Decubitus Ulcers
    • Pressure Ulcers

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
    • L89624: Pressure ulcer of left heel, stage 4
    • L89894: Pressure ulcer of other site, stage 4

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Skin Ulcer on Buttock
    • Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Buttock
    • Chronic Skin Ulcer
    • Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer
    • Skin Condition
    • Open Sore on Buttock
    • Skin Wound on Buttock
    • Non-healing Wound
    • Non-Pressure Buttock Sore
    • Persistent Buttock Wound
    • Dermal Ulcer on Buttock
    • Open Sore
    • Skin Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L98419: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of buttock with unspecified severity
    • L98412: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of buttock with fat layer exposed
    • L98499: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with unspecified severity
    • L98492: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with fat layer exposed

    What procedures does Dr. Bucklen perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bucklen 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. Bucklen. 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:

    • Muscle Debridement
    • Wound Debridement
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
    • Bone Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Bone Debridement
    • Dead Bone Removal
    • Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement

    CPT Codes:

    • 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Does Dr. Bucklen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bucklen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 735-7069 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bucklen accept in Southport, NC?

    Dr. Bucklen in Southport, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Liberty Health Advantage

    • Medicare

    • State of North Carolina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bucklen's office located?

    Dr. Keith Bucklen's Primary Practice

    630 N Fodale Ave

    Southport, NC 28461

    (704) 735-7069

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    Dr. Keith Bucklen's Practice 2

    717 Green Valley Rd Ste 200

    Greensboro, NC 27408

    (954) 399-4631

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    Dr. Keith Bucklen's Practice 3

    3331 Tate Blvd SE

    Hickory, NC 28602

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    What is Dr. Bucklen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Bucklen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093877292.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bucklen?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bucklen

    What is Dr. Keith Bucklen's specialty?

    Dr. Bucklen is a Family Medicine Specialist near Southport, NC. 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. Bucklen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Keith Bucklen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Bucklen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Keith Bucklen accepting new patients in Southport, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Keith Bucklen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Keith Bucklen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bucklen's office at (704) 735-7069 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Keith Bucklen?

    Please contact Dr. Bucklen's office at (704) 735-7069 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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