26 Years of Experience
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. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. 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 as a 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 a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Buntinas typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- 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
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
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: 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
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Buntinas typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Buntinas 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
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
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Midlands Choice (NE)
Oscar Health
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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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.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
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.
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, Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids, Ia, University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics 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 Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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