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Who is Dr. Buckner, Internist in Hattiesburg, MS?
Dr. Scott Buckner, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Hattiesburg, MS. Dr. Buckner is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buckner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buckner’s office at (281) 558-3444.
What languages does Dr. Buckner speak?
Dr. Buckner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Buckner typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Buckner 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. Buckner. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Buckner typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Scott Buckner may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Buckner's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Buckner accept my insurance?
Dr. Buckner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 558-3444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buckner accept in Hattiesburg, MS?
Dr. Buckner in Hattiesburg, MS 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)
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Buckner's office located?
What is Dr. Buckner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buckner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316332281.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buckner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buckner
What is Dr. Scott Buckner's specialty?
Dr. Buckner is a Internist near Hattiesburg, MS.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Scott Buckner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Buckner is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Hca Houston Healthcare - West. 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Scott Buckner accepting new patients in Hattiesburg, MS?
Yes, Dr. Scott Buckner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Buckner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buckner's office at (281) 558-3444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Buckner?
Please contact Dr. Buckner's office at (281) 558-3444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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