JB
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buwen, Surgeon in Springfield, NJ?
Dr. James Buwen, DO is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Springfield, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Buwen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buwen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buwen’s office.
What languages does Dr. Buwen speak?
Dr. Buwen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Buwen typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Buwen 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. Buwen. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Severe Obesity
- Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Body Weight
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E663: Overweight
Also known as:
- GERD with Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- GERD
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Buwen typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Buwen 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. Buwen. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
- Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
- Weight Loss Surgery
- Laparoscopy
- Gastric Sleeve Surgery
- Longitudinal Gastrectomy
- Laparoscopic Weight Loss Surgery
- Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
- Bariatric surgery
- Minimally invasive gastric bypass
- Weight loss surgery
CPT Codes:
- 43775: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; longitudinal gastrectomy (ie, sleeve gastrectomy)
- 43644: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; with gastric bypass and Roux-en-Y gastroenterostomy (roux limb 150 cm or less)
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Does Dr. Buwen accept my insurance?
Dr. Buwen 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. Buwen accept in Springfield, NJ?
Dr. Buwen in Springfield, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Oscar Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Buwen's office located?
What is Dr. Buwen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buwen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679704761.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buwen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buwen
What is Dr. James Buwen's specialty?
Dr. Buwen is a Surgeon near Springfield, NJ.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. James Buwen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buwen is affiliated with Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown 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 a Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Surgeon. 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 James Buwen accepting new patients in Springfield, NJ?
Yes, Dr. James Buwen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Buwen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buwen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Buwen?
Please contact Dr. Buwen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Surgeon Near Springfield, NJ
MF
Surgeon
Accepting patientsDr. Michael Fastiggi is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Springfield, NJ with 2 additional practice locations.
Springfield, NJ
TT
Surgeon
Accepting patientsDr. Tina Thomas, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Hackensack, NJ with 2 additional practice locations.
Hackensack, NJ
AG
Surgeon
Accepting patientsDr. Ajay Goyal, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Springfield, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified.
Springfield, NJ