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Dr. Eric Buadu, MD

Walnut Creek, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Buadu, Critical Care Internist in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Eric Buadu, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Buadu graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine. Dr. Buadu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buadu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buadu’s office at (408) 480-7299.

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

    • Medical School: Stanford University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Buadu board certified as a Critical Care Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Eric Buadu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Buadu speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Buadu typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Buadu 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. Buadu. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Buadu typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Eric Buadu may include:

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

    Does Dr. Buadu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Buadu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 480-7299 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Buadu accept in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Buadu in Walnut Creek, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Contra Costa

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Buadu's office located?

    John Muir Medical Center

    1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd

    Walnut Creek, CA 94598

    (408) 480-7299

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    Dr. Eric Buadu's Practice 2

    2450 Ashby Ave

    Berkeley, CA 94705

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    Dr. Eric Buadu's Practice 3

    350 Hawthorne Ave

    Oakland, CA 94609

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

    Dr. Buadu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316932965.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buadu?

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

    What is Dr. Eric Buadu's specialty?

    Dr. Buadu is a Critical Care Internist near Walnut Creek, CA.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is this Dr. Eric Buadu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Buadu is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Kaweah Health Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center 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 a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. 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 Eric Buadu accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Eric Buadu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Eric Buadu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Buadu's office at (408) 480-7299 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Eric Buadu?

    Please contact Dr. Buadu's office at (408) 480-7299 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Buadu have?

    Dr. Eric Buadu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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