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Dr. Christopher Buchanan, MD

Dr. Christopher Buchanan, MD

Urologist

Granbury, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Buchanan, Urologist in Granbury, TX?

    Dr. Christopher Buchanan, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Granbury, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Buchanan graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at University of Tennessee Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Buchanan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buchanan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buchanan’s office at (817) 573-3272.

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

    • Residency: University of Tennessee Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas

    Is Dr. Buchanan board certified as an Urologist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Buchanan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology

    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 an Urologist like Dr. Buchanan typically treat?

    As an Urologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • BPH with LUTS
    • Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
    • Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Elevated PSA Level
    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Disease
    • Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
    • Prostate Problems
    • High Prostate Specific Antigen
    • Abnormal PSA Test
    • Increased PSA

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]

    Also known as:

    • Visible Blood in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
    • Gross hematuria
    • Macroscopic hematuria
    • Bloody pee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R310: Gross hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Retention
    • Urine and Urination
    • Inability to urinate
    • Bladder retention
    • Can't pee
    • Trouble emptying bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R339: Retention of urine, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Buchanan typically perform?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Buchanan 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stone Removal with Scope and Stent
    • Bladder Stone Removal
    • Ureteroscopy with lithotripsy
    • Bladder scope for stones
    • Kidney stone breaking with stent
    • Ureteral stent placement for stones
    • Litholapaxy
    • Bladder Stone Crushing
    • Cystolitholapaxy

    CPT Codes:

    • 52356: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy including insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)
    • 52317: Litholapaxy: crushing or fragmentation of calculus by any means in bladder and removal of fragments; simple or small (less than 2.5 cm)

    Also known as:

    • Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)
    • Laser Vaporization of Prostate
    • TURP Procedure
    • Prostate Resection Surgery
    • Electrosurgical Prostate Removal
    • Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Surgery
    • Laser prostatectomy
    • GreenLight laser surgery
    • PVP surgery
    • Prostate laser treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 52601: Transurethral electrosurgical resection of prostate, including control of postoperative bleeding, complete (vasectomy, meatotomy, cystourethroscopy, urethral calibration and/or dilation, and internal urethrotomy are included)
    • 52648: Laser vaporization of prostate, including control of postoperative bleeding, complete (vasectomy, meatotomy, cystourethroscopy, urethral calibration and/or dilation, internal urethrotomy and transurethral resection of prostate are included if performed)

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stone Removal (Scope Procedure)
    • Ureteroscopy with Stone Removal
    • Pyeloscopy with Stone Removal
    • Cystourethroscopy for Stones
    • Ureteral Stone Manipulation

    CPT Codes:

    • 52352: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with removal or manipulation of calculus (ureteral catheterization is included)

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
    • Post-void residual urine measurement
    • Bladder capacity ultrasound
    • Non-imaging bladder scan

    CPT Codes:

    • 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Cancer Medicine Instillation
    • Intravesical Chemotherapy
    • Bladder Drug Instillation
    • Anticancer Bladder Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 51720: Bladder instillation of anticarcinogenic agent (including retention time)

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Biopsy
    • Needle Biopsy of Prostate
    • Punch Biopsy of Prostate
    • Prostate Tissue Sample

    CPT Codes:

    • 55700: Biopsy, prostate; needle or punch, single or multiple, any approach

    Also known as:

    • Vasectomy
    • Male Birth Control Surgery
    • Male Sterilization Procedure
    • Semen Analysis After Vasectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 55250: Vasectomy, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure), including postoperative semen examination(s)

    Does Dr. Buchanan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Buchanan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 573-3272 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Buchanan accept in Granbury, TX?

    Dr. Buchanan in Granbury, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Buchanan's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Buchanan's Primary Practice

    1209 Medical Plaza Ct

    Granbury, TX 76048

    (817) 573-3272

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    Dr. Christopher Buchanan's Practice 2

    6500 Harris Pkwy

    Fort Worth, TX 76132

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    Dr. Christopher Buchanan's Practice 3

    11801 South Fwy

    Burleson, TX 76028

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    What is Dr. Buchanan's NPI number?A 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 1194728865.

    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. Christopher Buchanan's specialty?

    Dr. Buchanan is an Urologist near Granbury, TX.

    What does an Urologist do?

    A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures.

    Is Dr. Christopher Buchanan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Buchanan is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital - Fort Worth, Lake Granbury Medical Center, Glen Rose Medical Center, Texas Health Frisco 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 Dr. Christopher Buchanan accepting new patients in Granbury, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Buchanan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Buchanan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Buchanan's office at (817) 573-3272 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Buchanan?

    Please contact Dr. Buchanan's office at (817) 573-3272 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Buchanan's office located?

    Dr. Buchanan's offices are located in Granbury, TX, Fort Worth, TX, and Burleson, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Buchanan have?

    Dr. Christopher Buchanan is certified by the American Board of Urology.