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Dr. Olaf Butchma, DO

Flushing, NY

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    Who is Dr. Butchma, Internist in Flushing, NY?

    Dr. Olaf Butchma, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Flushing, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Butchma graduated from New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Metropolitan Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Butchma is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Butchma’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Butchma’s office at (516) 365-1953.

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

    • Residency: Metropolitan Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine | New York Medical College at Metropolitan Hospital Center Program

    • Medical School: Ny Coll Of Osteo Med Of Ny Inst Of Tech- Old Westbury Ny | New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Butchma board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Olaf Butchma, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Butchma speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Butchma treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Butchma 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. Butchma. 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:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Chronic Ischemic Heart Disease
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Long-term Heart Disease
    • Ongoing Heart Ischemia
    • Chronic Coronary Artery Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I259: Chronic ischemic heart disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Wasting in Multiple Areas
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Generalized Muscle Atrophy
    • Widespread Muscle Loss
    • Muscle Shrinkage in Multiple Sites

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6259: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Protein-Calorie Malnutrition
    • Malnutrition
    • Protein-energy malnutrition
    • General malnutrition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E46: Unspecified protein-calorie malnutrition

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Unsteadiness on Feet
    • Walking Problems
    • Feeling Unsteady
    • Balance Problems
    • Dizziness While Standing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2681: Unsteadiness on feet

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Chemistry
    • Blood
    • Irregular blood test results
    • Unusual blood work
    • Abnormal blood panel

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R799: Abnormal finding of blood chemistry, unspecified

    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:

    • Pain
    • Body ache
    • Discomfort
    • Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R52: Pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Long-term lung failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure
    • Chronic lung insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20: Parkinson's disease

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Which procedures does Dr. Butchma perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Olaf Butchma may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Butchma's office.

    Does Dr. Butchma accept my insurance?

    Dr. Butchma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 365-1953 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Butchma accept in Flushing, NY?

    Dr. Butchma in Flushing, NY 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Healthfirst

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Butchma's office located?

    Dr. Olaf Butchma's Primary Practice

    3617 Parsons Blvd

    Flushing, NY 11354

    (516) 365-1953

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    Dr. Olaf Butchma's Practice 2

    60 Merrick Ave

    East Meadow, NY 11554

    (516) 365-1953

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    Dr. Olaf Butchma's Practice 3

    78 Old Country Rd

    Westhampton, NY 11977

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

    Dr. Butchma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326037474.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Butchma?

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

    What is Dr. Olaf Butchma's specialty?

    Dr. Butchma is a Internist near Flushing, NY.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Butchma to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Olaf Butchma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Butchma 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Olaf Butchma accepting new patients in Flushing, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Olaf Butchma is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Olaf Butchma offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Butchma's office at (516) 365-1953 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Olaf Butchma?

    Please contact Dr. Butchma's office at (516) 365-1953 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Olaf Butchma have?

    Dr. Olaf Butchma is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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