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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. 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 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bucklen typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
Also known as:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Buttock
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Buttock
- 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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bucklen typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
Medicare
National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC)
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bucklen's office located?
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.
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. 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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