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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Buchanan, Internist in Canon City, CO?
Dr. Christopher Buchanan, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Canon City, CO. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Buchanan graduated from American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine and completed his residency at Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Hematology-Internal Medicine; E Tn U-J H Quillen Coll Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Buchanan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buchanan’s office.
Where did Dr. Buchanan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Hematology-Internal Medicine; E Tn U-J H Quillen Coll Med, Internal Medicine | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: American Univ Of The Caribbean- Sch Of Med- Plymouth- Montserrat | American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine
Is Dr. Buchanan board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Buchanan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Buchanan speak?
Dr. Buchanan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Buchanan typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Buchanan 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. Buchanan. 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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
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- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
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:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Buchanan typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Buchanan 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. Buchanan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Buchanan accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Buchanan's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Buchanan's office located?
What is Dr. Buchanan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buchanan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245227040.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buchanan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buchanan
What is Dr. Christopher Buchanan's specialty?
Dr. Buchanan is a Internist near Canon City, CO.
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. Christopher Buchanan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Buchanan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Christopher Buchanan accepting new patients in Canon City, CO?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Buchanan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Buchanan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buchanan's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Buchanan?
Please contact Dr. Buchanan's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Buchanan have?
Dr. Christopher Buchanan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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Connect with DR. Buchanan
1121 Main St
Canon City, CO 81212