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Dr. Alexander Busko, MD
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Busko, Critical Care Anesthesiologist in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Alexander Busko, MD is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Busko is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Busko’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Busko’s office at (954) 778-9000.
What languages does Dr. Busko speak?
Dr. Busko and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Busko treat?
As a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, Dr. Busko 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. Busko. 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:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Pain in Lower Left Abdomen
- Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Left lower quadrant pain
- Pain in left side of belly
- Left side abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1032: Left lower quadrant pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Neck Muscle Strain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled neck muscle
- Cervical strain
- Neck soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Which procedures does Dr. Busko perform as a Critical Care Anesthesiologist?
As a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alexander Busko may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Busko's office.
Does Dr. Busko accept my insurance?
Dr. Busko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 778-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Busko accept in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Busko in Fort Lauderdale, FL 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 Blue Shield of Michigan
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
Point32Health
Samaritan Health Services
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Where is Dr. Busko's office located?
Dr. Alexander Busko's Primary Practice
4725 N Federal Hwy
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
(954) 778-9000
What is Dr. Busko's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Busko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639668916.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Busko?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Busko
What is Dr. Alexander Busko's specialty?
Dr. Busko is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist near Fort Lauderdale, FL. A critical care anesthesiologist is dedicated to the examination, management, and support of patients having multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to their clinical responsibilities, this specialist may oversee administrative chores in intensive care units, allowing the primary care physician, critical care team, and other medical specialists to collaborate effectively on patient care. Contact Dr. Busko to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexander Busko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Busko is affiliated with Holy Cross Health 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Anesthesiologist?
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Is Alexander Busko accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Busko is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Busko offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Busko's office at (954) 778-9000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Busko?
Please contact Dr. Busko's office at (954) 778-9000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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