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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buford, Nephrologist in Tulsa, OK?
Dr. Malcolm Buford, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Tulsa, OK with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Buford is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buford’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buford’s office at (918) 619-4888.
What languages does Dr. Buford speak?
Dr. Buford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Buford treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Buford 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. Buford. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Which procedures does Dr. Buford perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Malcolm Buford may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Buford's office.
Does Dr. Buford accept my insurance?
Dr. Buford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (918) 619-4888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buford accept in Tulsa, OK?
Dr. Buford in Tulsa, OK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Farm Bureau Health Plans
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Proamerica Managed Care
State of Oklahoma
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Buford's office located?
What is Dr. Buford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164424990.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buford
What is Dr. Malcolm Buford's specialty?
Dr. Buford is a Nephrologist near Tulsa, OK. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Buford to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Malcolm Buford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buford is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital - Tulsa 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 Malcolm Buford accepting new patients in Tulsa, OK?
Yes, Dr. Malcolm Buford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Malcolm Buford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buford's office at (918) 619-4888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Malcolm Buford?
Please contact Dr. Buford's office at (918) 619-4888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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