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Dr. John Buckner, MD

Dr. John Buckner, MD

Springfield, MO

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Buckner, Surgeon in Springfield, MO?

    Dr. John Buckner, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Springfield, MO. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Buckner completed his residency at University Of Oklahoma Hsc. Dr. Buckner is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buckner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buckner’s office at (417) 875-3761.

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

    • Residency: University Of Oklahoma Hsc | University of Oklahoma College of Medicine - Oklahoma City

    Is Dr. Buckner board certified in Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. John Buckner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Buckner speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Buckner treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Buckner 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. Buckner. 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:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Lower-Outer Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
    • Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
    • Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
    • Upper-Inner Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Right female breast cancer upper-outer
    • Upper-outer right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor
    • Left female breast cancer lower-outer
    • Lower-outer left female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in lower-outer left female breast
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma
    • Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
    • Precancerous cells left breast
    • Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
    • DCIS left breast
    • Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
    • Precancerous cells right breast
    • Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
    • DCIS right breast
    • Right female breast cancer upper-inner
    • Upper-inner right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-inner right female breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
    • C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
    • C50512: Malignant neoplasm of lower-outer quadrant of left female breast
    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
    • C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
    • D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
    • C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
    • D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
    • C50211: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of right female breast

    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:

    • Family History of Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Family History
    • Hereditary breast cancer risk
    • Genetic predisposition to breast cancer
    • Breast cancer in the family

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z803: Family history of malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Unclear Mammogram
    • Mammography
    • Mammograms
    • Inconclusive breast screening
    • Mammogram needs further testing
    • Uncertain mammogram result

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R922: Inconclusive mammogram

    Also known as:

    • Benign Breast Changes in Left Breast
    • Breast Disease
    • Non-cancerous left breast conditions
    • Fibrocystic changes left breast
    • Left mammary dysplasia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6092: Unspecified benign mammary dysplasia of left breast

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Past breast cancer
    • Previous mammary malignancy
    • History of breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Follow-up Exam
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer treatment checkup
    • Malignancy surveillance
    • Oncology follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm

    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:

    • Other Specific Breast Disorder
    • Breast Disease
    • Various breast conditions
    • Miscellaneous breast ailments
    • Specific breast problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6489: Other specified disorders of breast

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Which procedures does Dr. Buckner perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. John Buckner may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Buckner's office.

    Does Dr. Buckner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Buckner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 875-3761 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Buckner accept in Springfield, MO?

    Dr. Buckner in Springfield, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Other TPA

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    Where is Dr. Buckner's office located?

    Dr. John Buckner's Primary Practice

    1001 E Primrose St

    Springfield, MO 65807

    (417) 875-3761

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

    Dr. Buckner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497797625.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buckner?

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

    What is Dr. John Buckner's specialty?

    Dr. Buckner is a Surgeon near Springfield, MO. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Buckner to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Buckner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Buckner is affiliated with Cox Medical Center South 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 Surgeon?

    Explore Surgeon 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 John Buckner accepting new patients in Springfield, MO?

    Yes, Dr. John Buckner is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Buckner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Buckner's office at (417) 875-3761 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Buckner?

    Please contact Dr. Buckner's office at (417) 875-3761 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Buckner have?

    Dr. John Buckner is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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