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Dr. James Buese, MD

Pasadena, CA

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Buese, Anesthesiologist in Pasadena, CA?

    Dr. James Buese, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Pasadena, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Buese graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery; Huntington Mem Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Buese is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buese’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buese’s office at (626) 397-5000.

    Where did Dr. Buese go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery; Huntington Mem Hosp, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Buese board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. James Buese, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Buese speak?

    Dr. Buese and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Buese treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Buese 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. Buese. 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:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
    • C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
    • C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Unusual Uterine Bleeding
    • Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
    • AUB
    • Irregular Genital Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • BPH with LUTS
    • Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
    • Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Lump in Left Breast
    • Lump in Right Breast
    • Breast Disease
    • Left breast mass
    • Left breast lesion
    • Left breast nodule
    • Right breast mass
    • Right breast lesion
    • Right breast nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6320: Unspecified lump in the left breast, unspecified quadrant
    • N6310: Unspecified lump in the right breast, unspecified quadrant

    Also known as:

    • Nose and Sinus Disorder
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nasal problems
    • Sinus problems
    • Nose and sinus conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Double Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in Both Groins
    • Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Stress Urinary Incontinence
    • Urinary Incontinence
    • Stress Incontinence
    • Leakage with Coughing
    • Bladder Leakage with Activity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
    • BPH
    • Prostate Enlargement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N400: Benign prostatic hyperplasia without lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Polyp
    • Uterine Disease
    • Endometrial Polyp
    • Womb Polyp

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N840: Polyp of corpus uteri

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Breast Enlargement
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast hypertrophy
    • Macromastia
    • Gigantomastia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N62: Hypertrophy of breast

    Does Dr. Buese accept my insurance?

    Dr. Buese accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 397-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Buese accept in Pasadena, CA?

    Dr. Buese in Pasadena, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Alliance Plan (HAP)

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Buese's office located?

    Dr. James Buese's Primary Practice

    100 W California Blvd

    Pasadena, CA 91105

    (626) 397-5000

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    Dr. James Buese's Practice 2

    333 S Arroyo Pkwy Fl 3

    Pasadena, CA 91105

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    Dr. James Buese's Practice 3

    797 S Fair Oaks Ave

    Pasadena, CA 91105

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    What is Dr. Buese's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Buese's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295756237.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buese?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buese

    What is Dr. James Buese's specialty?

    Dr. Buese is a Anesthesiologist near Pasadena, CA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Buese to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Buese affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Buese is affiliated with Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca) 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 Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with 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 James Buese accepting new patients in Pasadena, CA?

    Yes, Dr. James Buese is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Buese offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Buese's office at (626) 397-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Buese?

    Please contact Dr. Buese's office at (626) 397-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Buese have?

    Dr. James Buese is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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