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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. 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 Medicaid, Medicare 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 as an 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 an Internist like Dr. Butchma typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Butchma typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Butchma performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst New York
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Butchma's office located?
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.
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. Olaf Butchma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Butchma is affiliated with Good Samaritan University Hospital - West Islip, Ny, Peconic Bay 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
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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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