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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Busman, Family Medicine Specialist in Americus, GA?
Dr. Michael Busman, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Americus, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Busman graduated from MED UNIV OF SC COLL OF MEDICINE and completed his residency at The Med Center Inc. Dr. Busman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Busman’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Busman’s office at (229) 924-2383.
Where did Dr. Busman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: The Med Center Inc | Palmetto Health Alliance
Medical School: Med Univ of Sc Coll of Med, Charleston Sc | MED UNIV OF SC COLL OF MEDICINE
Is Dr. Busman board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Busman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Busman speak?
Dr. Busman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Busman typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Busman 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. Busman. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Busman typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Busman 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. Busman. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Arthrocentesis
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Bursa Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Skin Biopsy
- Punch Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Dermal Punch Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
Also known as:
- Abscess Drainage
- Abscess
- Incision and Drainage (I&D)
- Boil Lancing
- Cyst Drainage
- Skin Abscess Removal
CPT Codes:
- 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
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. Busman accept my insurance?
Dr. Busman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (229) 924-2383 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Busman accept in Americus, GA?
Dr. Busman in Americus, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Busman's office located?
Dr. Michael Busman's Primary Practice
922 E Jefferson St Ste B
Americus, GA 31709
(229) 924-2383
What is Dr. Busman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Busman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073584504.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Busman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Busman
What is Dr. Michael Busman's specialty?
Dr. Busman is a Family Medicine Specialist near Americus, GA.
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 this Dr. Michael Busman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Busman is affiliated with Phoebe Sumter Medical Center, Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, St. Francis-Emory Healthcare, Tift Regional Medical Center 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
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Is Michael Busman accepting new patients in Americus, GA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Busman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Busman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Busman's office at (229) 924-2383 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Busman?
Please contact Dr. Busman's office at (229) 924-2383 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Busman have?
Dr. Michael Busman is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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