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27 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bucco, Internist in Decatur, AL?
Dr. Richard Bucco, MD, PHD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Decatur, AL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Bucco is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bucco’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bucco’s office at (256) 287-2345.
Is Dr. Bucco board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Bucco, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bucco speak?
Dr. Bucco and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Bucco typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Bucco 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. Bucco. 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:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Bucco typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Bucco may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Bucco's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bucco accept my insurance?
Dr. Bucco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 287-2345 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bucco accept in Decatur, AL?
Dr. Bucco in Decatur, AL 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 Tennessee
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bucco's office located?
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
60% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Richard Bucco an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Bucco has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Bucco, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Bucco's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bucco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518945724.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bucco?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bucco
What is Dr. Richard Bucco's specialty?
Dr. Bucco is a Internist near Decatur, AL.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Richard Bucco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bucco is affiliated with Uab Hospital 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 Richard Bucco accepting new patients in Decatur, AL?
Yes, Dr. Richard Bucco is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Bucco offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bucco's office at (256) 287-2345 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Bucco?
Please contact Dr. Bucco's office at (256) 287-2345 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Bucco have?
Dr. Richard Bucco is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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