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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buchan, Pediatrician in New York, NY?
Dr. Melissa Buchan is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Buchan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buchan’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buchan’s office at (212) 263-6559.
What languages does Dr. Buchan speak?
Dr. Buchan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Buchan typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Buchan 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. Buchan. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Other Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
- Uncommon Viral Diseases
- Rare Viral Infections
- Miscellaneous Viral Illnesses
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
- B338: Other specified viral diseases
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specified Lung Disorder
- Other Breathing Conditions
- Miscellaneous Respiratory Diseases
- Specific Lung Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J988: Other specified respiratory disorders
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Head Laceration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Head Cut
- Deep Head Cut
- Head Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Buchan typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Buchan 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
Please contact Dr. Buchan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Buchan accept my insurance?
Dr. Buchan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 263-6559 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buchan accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Buchan in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Medicaid
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Buchan's office located?
Dr. Melissa Buchan's Primary Practice
462 1st Ave Rm 345A
New York, NY 10016
(212) 263-6559
What is Dr. Buchan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buchan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528590296.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buchan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buchan
What is Dr. Melissa Buchan's specialty?
Dr. Buchan is a Pediatrician near New York, NY.
What does a Pediatrician do?
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.
Is this Dr. Melissa Buchan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buchan is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Mount Sinai West 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Melissa Buchan accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Buchan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Buchan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buchan's office at (212) 263-6559 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Buchan?
Please contact Dr. Buchan's office at (212) 263-6559 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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