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Dr. Michael Buck, MD

Dr. Michael Buck, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Alexandria, LA

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.

    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:

    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

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Christian Brothers Services (CBEBT)

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    Dr. Michael Buck's Practice 2

    301 W Fertitta Blvd Ste 4

    Leesville, LA 71446

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    What is Dr. Buck's NPI number?A 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 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Michael Buck?

    Please contact Dr. Buck's office at (318) 445-9823 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Buck's office located?

    Dr. Buck's offices are located in Alexandria, LA and Leesville, LA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Buck have?

    Dr. Michael Buck is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.