EverydayHealthLogo
Dr. Wendy Buffett, MD

Dr. Wendy Buffett, MD

Berkeley, CA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Buffett, Family Medicine Specialist in Berkeley, CA?

    Dr. Wendy Buffett, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Buffett graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed her residency at San Francisco Gen Hosp M C, Family Medicine. Dr. Buffett is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buffett’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buffett’s office at (415) 291-0489.

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

    • Residency: San Francisco Gen Hosp M C, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Boston University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Buffett board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Wendy Buffett, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Buffett speak?

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

    • English

    • German

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Buffett typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Buffett 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. Buffett. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
    • Health Screening
    • STD screening
    • Sexual health check
    • Venereal disease test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • Menopause
    • Climacteric
    • The Change of Life
    • Postmenopause

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N951: Menopausal and female climacteric states

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Buffett typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Wendy Buffett may include:

    Please contact Dr. Buffett's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Buffett accept my insurance?

    Dr. Buffett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 291-0489 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Buffett accept in Berkeley, CA?

    Dr. Buffett in Berkeley, 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

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Buffett's office located?

    Dr. Wendy Buffett's Primary Practice

    1801 Shattuck Ave Ste A

    Berkeley, CA 94709

    (415) 291-0489

    Get Directions

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

    Dr. Buffett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154373165.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buffett?

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

    What is Dr. Wendy Buffett's specialty?

    Dr. Buffett is a Family Medicine Specialist near Berkeley, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Wendy Buffett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Buffett is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Wendy Buffett accepting new patients in Berkeley, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Wendy Buffett is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Wendy Buffett offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Buffett's office at (415) 291-0489 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Wendy Buffett?

    Please contact Dr. Buffett's office at (415) 291-0489 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Wendy Buffett have?

    Dr. Wendy Buffett is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

    Other Family Medicine Specialist Near Berkeley, CA

    Dr. Russell Alpert, MD

    Family Medicine Specialist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Walnut Creek, CA
    BH

    Family Medicine Specialist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Berkeley, CA
    LW

    Family Medicine Specialist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Oakland, CA
    See All Specialists

    Doctors by Category

    Specialists