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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buntinas, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Cedar Rapids, IA?
Dr. Rasa Buntinas, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Cedar Rapids, IA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Buntinas completed her residency at Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Hematology/Oncology; Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Internal Medicine. Dr. Buntinas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buntinas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buntinas’s office at (319) 297-2900.
Where did Dr. Buntinas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Hematology/Oncology; Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il
Is Dr. Buntinas board certified in Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Rasa Buntinas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Buntinas speak?
Dr. Buntinas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Buntinas treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Buntinas 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. Buntinas. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Central Left Female Breast Cancer
- Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
- Left female breast central tumor
- Malignant growth in central left female breast
- ER Positive Breast Cancer
- Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
- Estrogen-Driven Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
- C50112: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of left female breast
- Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
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:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Ureteral Cancer
- Cancer
- Ureteral Disorder
- Transitional Cell Cancer of the Renal Pelvis and Ureter Treatment (PDQ)
- Cancer of the ureter
- Ureter carcinoma
- Urothelial cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C661: Malignant neoplasm of right ureter
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic Menopause
- Menopause
- Menopausal Transition
- Postmenopause
- Change of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state
Also known as:
- Unspecified Bone Disorder
- Bone Disease
- General bone problem
- Undiagnosed bone condition
- Bone disease not specified
ICD-10 Codes:
- M899: Disorder of bone, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Buntinas perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Rasa Buntinas may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Buntinas' office.
Does Dr. Buntinas accept my insurance?
Dr. Buntinas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 297-2900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buntinas accept in Cedar Rapids, IA?
Dr. Buntinas in Cedar Rapids, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advantage
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medicare
Midlands Choice (NE)
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Buntinas' office located?
What is Dr. Buntinas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buntinas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902880966.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buntinas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buntinas
What is Dr. Rasa Buntinas's specialty?
Dr. Buntinas is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Cedar Rapids, IA. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Buntinas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rasa Buntinas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buntinas is affiliated with Unitypoint Health - St. Luke's Hospital - Cedar Rapids which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Rasa Buntinas accepting new patients in Cedar Rapids, IA?
Yes, Dr. Rasa Buntinas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rasa Buntinas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buntinas's office at (319) 297-2900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rasa Buntinas?
Please contact Dr. Buntinas's office at (319) 297-2900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rasa Buntinas have?
Dr. Rasa Buntinas is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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