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Dr. Bradley Bufkin, MD

Brandon, FL

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    Who is Dr. Bufkin, Thoracic Surgeon in Brandon, FL?

    Dr. Bradley Bufkin, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Brandon, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Bufkin graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Thoracic Surgery; Emory Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Bufkin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bufkin’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bufkin’s office at (813) 571-9988.

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

    • Residency: Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Thoracic Surgery; Emory Univ Hosp, General Surgery | Emory University

    • Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Bufkin board certified in Thoracic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Bradley Bufkin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Bufkin speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Bufkin treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Bufkin 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. Bufkin. 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:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
    • Unstable Angina
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
    • Chest Pain from Heart Disease
    • Angina Pectoris
    • Unstable Chest Pain
    • Acute Coronary Syndrome
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
    • I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
    • I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Aortic Valve Insufficiency
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation
    • Leaky aortic valve
    • Aortic regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
    • I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • CABG
    • Heart Bypass Graft
    • Bypass Surgery Graft

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft

    Also known as:

    • Overweight
    • Body Weight
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • High BMI (Overweight)
    • Pre-Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E663: Overweight

    Also known as:

    • Clinical Research Control Examination
    • Clinical Trials
    • Research Study Checkup
    • Clinical Trial Participant Exam
    • Control Group Medical Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z006: Encounter for examination for normal comparison and control in clinical research program

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Artificial heart valve
    • Mechanical heart valve
    • Bioprosthetic valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Heart Test Results
    • Heart Disease
    • Irregular Cardiovascular Function Study
    • Unusual Heart Exam Findings
    • Heart Disease Diagnosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9439: Abnormal result of other cardiovascular function study

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Bulging Ascending Aorta
    • Weakened Ascending Aorta
    • Ascending Aorta Dilation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture

    Also known as:

    • Thoracic Aortic Widening
    • Dilated Thoracic Aorta
    • Thoracic Aortic Dilation
    • Enlarged Chest Aorta

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I77810: Thoracic aortic ectasia

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Does Dr. Bufkin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bufkin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 571-9988 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bufkin accept in Brandon, FL?

    Dr. Bufkin in Brandon, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Century Healthcare

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • Ultimate Health Plans

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bufkin's office located?

    Dr. Bradley Bufkin's Primary Practice

    270 S Moon Ave

    Brandon, FL 33511

    (813) 571-9988

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    Dr. Bradley Bufkin's Practice 2

    6006 49th St N Ste 310

    St Petersburg, FL 33709

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

    Dr. Bufkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821072299.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bufkin?

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

    What is Dr. Bradley Bufkin's specialty?

    Dr. Bufkin is a Thoracic Surgeon near Brandon, FL. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Bufkin to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Bradley Bufkin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Bufkin 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 Bradley Bufkin accepting new patients in Brandon, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Bradley Bufkin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bradley Bufkin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bufkin's office at (813) 571-9988 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Bradley Bufkin?

    Please contact Dr. Bufkin's office at (813) 571-9988 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Bradley Bufkin have?

    Dr. Bradley Bufkin is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.

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