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Dr. Mablene Buggs, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Sullivan, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Buggs, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Sullivan, MO?

    Dr. Mablene Buggs, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sullivan, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Buggs is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buggs’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buggs’s office at (573) 785-7721.

    What languages does Dr. Buggs speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Buggs typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Buggs 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. Buggs. 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    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:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Buggs typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Mablene Buggs may include:

    Please contact Dr. Buggs' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Buggs accept my insurance?

    Dr. Buggs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (573) 785-7721 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Buggs accept in Sullivan, MO?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Missouri

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Buggs' office located?

    Dr. Mablene Buggs' Primary Practice

    751 Sappington Bridge Rd

    Sullivan, MO 63080

    (573) 785-7721

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    Dr. Mablene Buggs' Practice 2

    2100 Madison Ave

    Granite City, IL 62040

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    Dr. Mablene Buggs' Practice 3

    1 Saint Elizabeth Blvd

    O Fallon, IL 62269

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

    Dr. Buggs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821092214.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buggs?

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

    What is Dr. Mablene Buggs's specialty?

    Dr. Buggs is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Sullivan, MO.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Mablene Buggs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Buggs is affiliated with Hshs St. Elizabeth's Hospital, Missouri Baptist Medical Center, Mercy Hospital Washington, Phelps Health Hospital, Mercy Hospital South, Anderson 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Mablene Buggs accepting new patients in Sullivan, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Mablene Buggs is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mablene Buggs offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Buggs' office at (573) 785-7721 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mablene Buggs?

    Please contact Dr. Buggs' office at (573) 785-7721 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Buggs' office located?

    Dr. Buggs' offices are located in Sullivan, MO, Granite City, IL, and O Fallon, IL.