Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buck, Family Medicine Specialist in Alexandria, LA?
Dr. Michael Buck, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Alexandria, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Buck completed his residency at La State Univ Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Buck is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buck’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buck’s office at (318) 445-9823.
Where did Dr. Buck go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La State Univ Med Ctr, Family Medicine
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La
Is Dr. Buck board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Buck, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Buck speak?
Dr. Buck and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Buck typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Buck 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. Buck. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
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
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- ALS
- Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Buck typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Buck may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Buck's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Buck accept my insurance?
Dr. Buck accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 445-9823 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buck accept in Alexandria, LA?
Dr. Buck in Alexandria, LA 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 Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Christian Brothers Services (CBEBT)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Buck's office located?
Dr. Michael Buck's Primary Practice
1587 N Bolton Ave Ste 1100
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 445-9823
What is Dr. Buck's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buck's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063402667.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buck?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buck
What is Dr. Michael Buck's specialty?
Dr. Buck is a Family Medicine Specialist near Alexandria, LA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Michael Buck affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buck is affiliated with Christus Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital, Rapides Regional Medical Center, Christus Highland Medical Center, Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Buck accepting new patients in Alexandria, LA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Buck is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Buck offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buck's office at (318) 445-9823 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Buck?
Please contact Dr. Buck's office at (318) 445-9823 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Buck have?
Dr. Michael Buck is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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