Dr. Markus Buchfellner, MD
Charleston, SC
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buchfellner, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Markus Buchfellner, MD is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Buchfellner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buchfellner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buchfellner’s office at (440) 667-7013.
What languages does Dr. Buchfellner speak?
Dr. Buchfellner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist like Dr. Buchfellner typically treat?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, Dr. Buchfellner 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. Buchfellner. 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:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Herpes Simplex
- Cold Sores
- Fever Blisters
- Oral Herpes
- Genital Herpes
ICD-10 Codes:
- B009: Herpesviral infection, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist like Dr. Buchfellner typically perform?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Markus Buchfellner may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Buchfellner's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Buchfellner accept my insurance?
Dr. Buchfellner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (440) 667-7013 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buchfellner accept in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Buchfellner in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Molina Healthcare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Buchfellner's office located?
Dr. Markus Buchfellner's Primary Practice
171 Ashley Ave
Charleston, SC 29425
(440) 667-7013
What is Dr. Buchfellner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buchfellner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497250427.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buchfellner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buchfellner
What is Dr. Markus Buchfellner's specialty?
Dr. Buchfellner is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist near Charleston, SC.
What does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist do?
A pediatrician trained in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases in children. This specialist utilizes their expertise to improve outcomes for pediatric infections, particularly those with complicated courses, underlying conditions that increase the risk of unusual or severe infections, ambiguous diagnoses, rare diseases, and complex or investigational treatments.
Is this Dr. Markus Buchfellner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buchfellner is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Infectious Diseases 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 Markus Buchfellner accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?
Yes, Dr. Markus Buchfellner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Markus Buchfellner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buchfellner's office at (440) 667-7013 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Markus Buchfellner?
Please contact Dr. Buchfellner's office at (440) 667-7013 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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