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Dr. Richard Bunio, MD

Cherokee, NC

32 Years of Experience

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    Who is Dr. Bunio, Family Medicine Specialist in Cherokee, NC?

    Dr. Richard Bunio, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Cherokee, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Bunio is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bunio’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bunio’s office.

    Where did Dr. Bunio go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University Of Manitoba- Fac Of Med- Winnipeg- Man- Canada

    Is Dr. Bunio board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Bunio, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Bunio speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bunio typically treat?

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

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Contaminant Exposure Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening
    • Toxic Exposure Screening
    • Environmental Toxin Check
    • Pollutant Exposure Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
    • Z1388: Encounter for screening for disorder due to exposure to contaminants

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Special Medical Examination
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

    Also known as:

    • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
    • PTSD
    • Trauma Stress
    • Combat Stress
    • Shell Shock

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stimulant Dependence
    • Drug Use and Addiction
    • Stimulant Addiction
    • Stimulant Drug Addiction
    • Stimulant Use Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1520: Other stimulant dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19 Testing
    • Coronavirus Test
    • SARS-CoV-2 Test
    • COVID Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Seasonal Allergies
    • Allergy
    • Hay fever
    • Seasonal allergic rhinitis
    • Pollen allergy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J302: Other seasonal allergic rhinitis

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bunio typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Bunio may include:

    Please contact Dr. Bunio's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Bunio accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bunio 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. Bunio accept in Cherokee, NC?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Bunio's office located?

    Dr. Richard Bunio's Primary Practice

    55 Echota Church Rd

    Cherokee, NC 28719

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    Caller Box

    1 Hospital Rd # C-268

    Cherokee, NC 28719

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    Dr. Richard Bunio's Practice 3

    96 Snowbird School Rd

    Robbinsville, NC 28771

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

    Dr. Bunio's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932254331.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bunio?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Bunio's specialty?

    Dr. Bunio is a Family Medicine Specialist near Cherokee, 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. Richard Bunio affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Bunio is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority. 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Richard Bunio accepting new patients in Cherokee, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Bunio is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Bunio offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bunio's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Bunio?

    Please contact Dr. Bunio's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Bunio have?

    Dr. Richard Bunio is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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