31 Years of Experience
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 with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. 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 as a 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 a Surgeon like Dr. Buckner typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- 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:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Lower-Outer Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Left female breast cancer lower-outer
- Lower-outer left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-outer left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50512: Malignant neoplasm of lower-outer quadrant of left female breast
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Buckner typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Buckner performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Simple Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
- Complete Mastectomy
- Breast Removal Surgery
- Total Mastectomy
- Unilateral Mastectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
- 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete
Also known as:
- Breast Lump Removal with Marker Guidance
- Image-Guided Breast Lesion Excision
- Wire-Localized Breast Biopsy
- Open Excision of Marked Breast Lesion
- Breast Mass Removal with Marker
CPT Codes:
- 19125: Excision of breast lesion identified by preoperative placement of radiological marker, open; single lesion
Also known as:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
Also known as:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Buckner's office located?
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.
What does a Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. John Buckner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buckner is affiliated with Cox Medical Center South, Mercy Hospital Springfield 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 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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