Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buchanan, Internist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Victoria Buchanan, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Buchanan completed her residency at Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Internal Medicine. Dr. Buchanan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buchanan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buchanan’s office at (312) 276-1212.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Buchanan?
Dr. Victoria Buchanan, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Buchanan empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hypertension, Preventive Medicine, Primary Care, Women's Health, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chicago/IL community, Dr. Buchanan is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Buchanan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx
Is Dr. Buchanan board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Victoria Buchanan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Buchanan speak?
Dr. Buchanan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Buchanan treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Buchanan 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. Buchanan. 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:
- 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:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
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:
- Familial High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Genetic Disorder
- Familial hypercholesterolemia
- FH
- Genetic high cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7801: Familial hypercholesterolemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hashimoto's Disease
- Thyroid Disease
- Hashimoto's disease
- Autoimmune thyroiditis', 'Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis', 'Hashimoto's thyroiditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Mineral Deficiency
- Iron Deficiency
- Malnutrition
- Iron
- Lack of Specific Minerals
- Low Levels of Trace Elements
- Lack of Iron
- Low Iron Levels
- Iron Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E618: Deficiency of other specified nutrient elements
- E611: Iron deficiency
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Sugar
- Hyperglycemia
- Elevated Glucose
- Unspecified High Blood Sugar
ICD-10 Codes:
- R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Menopause
- Climacteric
- The Change of Life
- Postmenopause
ICD-10 Codes:
- N951: Menopausal and female climacteric states
Also known as:
- Unexplained Weight Gain
- Sudden weight gain
- Rapid weight increase
- Abnormal increase in weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- R635: Abnormal weight gain
Which procedures does Dr. Buchanan perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Victoria Buchanan may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Buchanan's office.
Does Dr. Buchanan accept my insurance?
Dr. Buchanan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 276-1212 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buchanan accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Buchanan in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
All Other Third Party
Chevron
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Buchanan's office located?
Dr. Victoria Buchanan's Primary Practice
500 N Michigan Ave Ste 450
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 276-1212
What is Dr. Buchanan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buchanan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174552608.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buchanan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buchanan
What is Dr. Victoria Buchanan's specialty?
Dr. Buchanan is a Internist near Chicago, IL.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Buchanan to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Victoria Buchanan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buchanan is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital 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 Internist?
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Is Victoria Buchanan accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Victoria Buchanan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Victoria Buchanan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buchanan's office at (312) 276-1212 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Victoria Buchanan?
Please contact Dr. Buchanan's office at (312) 276-1212 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Victoria Buchanan have?
Dr. Victoria Buchanan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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