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Who is Dr. Buffington, Nephrologist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Mary Buffington, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Buffington is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buffington’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buffington’s office at (318) 626-0050.
Is Dr. Buffington board certified in Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Mary Buffington, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Buffington speak?
Dr. Buffington and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Buffington treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Buffington 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. Buffington. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Potassium
- Low Sodium Levels
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Sodium
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E875: Hyperkalemia
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E876: Hypokalemia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Overactive Parathyroid Glands due to Kidney Disease
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Renal Hyperparathyroidism
- Secondary Hyperparathyroidism
ICD-10 Codes:
- N2581: Secondary hyperparathyroidism of renal origin
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Persistent Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
- Persistent proteinuria
- Ongoing protein in urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
- R801: Persistent proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acidosis
- Metabolic Disorder
- Acidic Blood
- High Acidity in Body
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8720: Acidosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
Which procedures does Dr. Buffington perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Mary Buffington may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Buffington's office.
Does Dr. Buffington accept my insurance?
Dr. Buffington accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 626-0050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buffington accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Buffington in Shreveport, LA 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 Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Buffington's office located?
Dr. Mary Buffington's Primary Practice
1541 Kings Hwy
Shreveport, LA 71103
(318) 626-0050
What is Dr. Buffington's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buffington's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942411863.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buffington?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buffington
What is Dr. Mary Buffington's specialty?
Dr. Buffington is a Nephrologist near Shreveport, LA. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Buffington to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mary Buffington affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Buffington is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ochsner Lsu Health Shreveport - Academic Medical Center. 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
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Is Mary Buffington accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Mary Buffington is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mary Buffington offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buffington's office at (318) 626-0050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mary Buffington?
Please contact Dr. Buffington's office at (318) 626-0050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mary Buffington have?
Dr. Mary Buffington is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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