29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buckhorn, Internist in Fullerton, CA?
Dr. Carl Buckhorn, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fullerton, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Buckhorn completed his residency at St Mary Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Buckhorn is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buckhorn’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buckhorn’s office at (657) 378-9888.
Where did Dr. Buckhorn go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Mary Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | St Mary Med Center
Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca
Is Dr. Buckhorn board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Carl Buckhorn, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Buckhorn speak?
Dr. Buckhorn and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Buckhorn typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Buckhorn 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. Buckhorn. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Buckhorn typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Carl Buckhorn 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. Buckhorn's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Buckhorn accept my insurance?
Dr. Buckhorn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (657) 378-9888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buckhorn accept in Fullerton, CA?
Dr. Buckhorn in Fullerton, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Buckhorn's office located?
Dr. Carl Buckhorn's Primary Practice
2282 N State College Blvd
Fullerton, CA 92831
(657) 378-9888
What is Dr. Buckhorn's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buckhorn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649264847.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buckhorn?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buckhorn
What is Dr. Carl Buckhorn's specialty?
Dr. Buckhorn is a Internist near Fullerton, CA.
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. Carl Buckhorn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buckhorn is affiliated with Providence St. Jude Medical Center, Uci Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Ahmc Anaheim Regional Medical Center, Providence St. Jude Medical Center, Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo 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 Carl Buckhorn accepting new patients in Fullerton, CA?
Yes, Dr. Carl Buckhorn is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carl Buckhorn offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buckhorn's office at (657) 378-9888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carl Buckhorn?
Please contact Dr. Buckhorn's office at (657) 378-9888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carl Buckhorn have?
Dr. Carl Buckhorn is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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