22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buono, Neurosurgeon in Pennington, NJ?
Dr. Lee Buono, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Pennington, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Buono completed his residency at Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Buono is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buono’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buono’s office.
Where did Dr. Buono go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, General Surgery
Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University
What languages does Dr. Buono speak?
Dr. Buono and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Buono treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Buono 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. Buono. 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of the hip
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
- M169: Osteoarthritis of hip, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spinal Cord Condition
- Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Does Dr. Buono accept my insurance?
Dr. Buono accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buono accept in Pennington, NJ?
Dr. Buono in Pennington, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Buono's office located?
What is Dr. Buono's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buono's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134121981.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buono?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buono
What is Dr. Lee Buono's specialty?
Dr. Buono is a Neurosurgeon near Pennington, NJ. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Buono to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lee Buono affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buono is affiliated with Capital Health Medical Center - Hopewell 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
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Is Lee Buono accepting new patients in Pennington, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Lee Buono is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lee Buono offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buono's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lee Buono?
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