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Who is Dr. Buxton, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Alfred Buxton, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Buxton completed his residency at Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Internal Medicine. Dr. Buxton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buxton’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buxton’s office at (617) 667-8800.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Buxton?
Dr. Alfred Buxton, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Buxton empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arrhythmias, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston/MA community, Dr. Buxton is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Buxton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa
Is Dr. Buxton board certified in Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Alfred Buxton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Buxton speak?
Dr. Buxton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Buxton treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Buxton 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. Buxton. 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:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Fast Heartbeat
- Slow Heart Rate
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- SVT
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Rapid Heart Rate
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast heart rhythm
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I471: Supraventricular tachycardia
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Other Cardiac Implants
- Heart Devices
- Cardiac Grafts
- Implantable Heart Devices
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95818: Presence of other cardiac implants and grafts
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Other Pacemaker Part Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Pacemaker Lead Adjustment
- Pacemaker Component Care
- Cardiac Pacing Device Adjustment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z45018: Encounter for adjustment and management of other part of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Which procedures does Dr. Buxton perform as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alfred Buxton may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Buxton's office.
Does Dr. Buxton accept my insurance?
Dr. Buxton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 667-8800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buxton accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Buxton in Boston, MA 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 Massachusetts
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina
Network Health
Other TPA
Point32Health
Tufts Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Buxton's office located?
What is Dr. Buxton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buxton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598786063.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buxton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buxton
What is Dr. Alfred Buxton's specialty?
Dr. Buxton is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Boston, MA. A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments. Contact Dr. Buxton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alfred Buxton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buxton is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston, Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Needham 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
Where can I learn more about Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
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Is Alfred Buxton accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Alfred Buxton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alfred Buxton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buxton's office at (617) 667-8800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alfred Buxton?
Please contact Dr. Buxton's office at (617) 667-8800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alfred Buxton have?
Dr. Alfred Buxton is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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