37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buencamino, Internist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Lucy Buencamino, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. She has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Buencamino graduated from The University of Toledo College of Medicine and completed her residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Buencamino is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buencamino’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buencamino’s office at (713) 442-1700.
Where did Dr. Buencamino go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and Affiliated Hospitals | University Of Texas At Houston
Medical School: Med Coll of Ohio At Toledo | The University of Toledo College of Medicine
Is Dr. Buencamino board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Lucy Buencamino, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Buencamino speak?
Dr. Buencamino and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Buencamino typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Buencamino 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. Buencamino. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Buencamino typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Lucy Buencamino 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
Please contact Dr. Buencamino's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Buencamino accept my insurance?
Dr. Buencamino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 442-1700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buencamino accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Buencamino in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Buencamino's office located?
What is Dr. Buencamino's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buencamino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467482166.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buencamino?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buencamino
What is Dr. Lucy Buencamino's specialty?
Dr. Buencamino is a Internist near Houston, TX.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Lucy Buencamino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buencamino is affiliated with Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, St. Luke's Health - The Vintage Hospital, Houston Methodist Willowbrook 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lucy Buencamino accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Lucy Buencamino is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lucy Buencamino offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buencamino's office at (713) 442-1700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lucy Buencamino?
Please contact Dr. Buencamino's office at (713) 442-1700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lucy Buencamino have?
Dr. Lucy Buencamino is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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