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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buczkowski, Pediatrician in Portland, ME?
Dr. Kristen Buczkowski, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Portland, ME. Dr. Buczkowski is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buczkowski’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buczkowski’s office at (207) 662-2405.
What languages does Dr. Buczkowski speak?
Dr. Buczkowski and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Buczkowski treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Buczkowski 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. Buczkowski. 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:
- 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:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Moderate Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
- Moderate Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Moderate Asthma
- Acute Asthma Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J4541: Moderate persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Other Personal Health Risks
- Other health risk factors
- Specific personal risks
- Individual health concerns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
- Acute respiratory failure
- ARDS
- Severe breathing distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0603: Acute respiratory distress
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Newborn Temperature Regulation Problems
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Newborn Temp Control Issues
- Infant Temperature Problems
- Neonatal Temperature Dysregulation
ICD-10 Codes:
- P819: Disturbance of temperature regulation of newborn, unspecified
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Which procedures does Dr. Buczkowski perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Kristen Buczkowski may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Buczkowski's office.
Does Dr. Buczkowski accept my insurance?
Dr. Buczkowski accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 662-2405 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buczkowski accept in Portland, ME?
Dr. Buczkowski in Portland, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Boston Medical Center
Community Health Options
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicaid
Point32Health
UnitedHealthcare
USAA
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Where is Dr. Buczkowski's office located?
Dr. Kristen Buczkowski's Primary Practice
22 Bramhall St
Portland, ME 04102
(207) 662-2405
What is Dr. Buczkowski's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buczkowski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942687991.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buczkowski?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buczkowski
What is Dr. Kristen Buczkowski's specialty?
Dr. Buczkowski is a Pediatrician near Portland, ME. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Buczkowski to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kristen Buczkowski affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buczkowski is affiliated with MaineHealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Mid Coast Hospital, York Hospital 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
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Is Kristen Buczkowski accepting new patients in Portland, ME?
Yes, Dr. Kristen Buczkowski is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristen Buczkowski offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buczkowski's office at (207) 662-2405 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristen Buczkowski?
Please contact Dr. Buczkowski's office at (207) 662-2405 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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