50 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Buhari, Cardiologist in Stockton, CA?
Dr. Fram Buhari, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Stockton, CA. He has been practicing for over 50 years and is board certified. Dr. Buhari graduated from Sheffield University, School Of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and completed his residency at Methodist Hosps Of Dallas, Cardiovascular Diseases; Hosp Of St Raphael, Internal Medicine; Hosp Of St Raphael, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Buhari is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buhari’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buhari’s office at (209) 464-7681.
Where did Dr. Buhari go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Methodist Hosps Of Dallas, Cardiovascular Diseases; Hosp Of St Raphael, Internal Medicine; Hosp Of St Raphael, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Methodist Hospital (Houston) Program
Medical School: University Sheffield Med Sch, Fac Med/Dent, Sheffield | Sheffield University, School Of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences | University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry
Is Dr. Buhari board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Fram Buhari, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Buhari speak?
Dr. Buhari and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Buhari treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Buhari 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. Buhari. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
What procedures does Dr. Buhari perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Buhari 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. Buhari. 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:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Catheter Placement in Aorta
- Artery Catheter Placement
- Advanced Catheter Placement in Arteries
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
- Aortic catheterization
- Aorta access procedure
- Main artery catheter insertion
- Selective Arterial Catheterization
- Diagnostic Artery Catheter
- Abdominal Artery Catheter
- Diagnostic Angiography Catheter
- Selective arterial catheterization
- Complex arterial catheter placement
- Vascular catheterization
- Angiography catheter placement
CPT Codes:
- 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
- 36200: Introduction of catheter, aorta
- 36245: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; each first order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
- 36246: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial second order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
- 36248: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; additional second order, third order, and beyond, abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family (List in addition to code for initial second or third order vessel as appropriate)
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Revascularization with Stent and Atherectomy
- Iliac Artery Blood Flow Restoration with Balloon Angioplasty
- Femoral artery revascularization
- Popliteal artery revascularization
- Leg artery stenting and atherectomy
- Endovascular leg artery repair
- Iliac Artery Angioplasty
- Endovascular Iliac Revascularization
- Pelvic Artery Widening
CPT Codes:
- 37227: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal stent placement(s) and atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
- 37220: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, iliac artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal angioplasty
Also known as:
- Leadless Pacemaker Insertion
- Transcatheter Pacemaker
- Wireless Pacemaker Implant
- Right Ventricular Pacemaker
CPT Codes:
- 33274: Transcatheter insertion or replacement of permanent leadless pacemaker, right ventricular, including imaging guidance (eg, fluoroscopy, venous ultrasound, ventriculography, femoral venography) and device evaluation (eg, interrogation or programming), when performed
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Tibial Artery Angioplasty
- Peroneal Artery Angioplasty
- Leg Artery Revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37228: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal angioplasty
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Unblocking with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
- Femoral Artery Revascularization
- Popliteal Artery Atherectomy
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 37225: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
- Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
- Under-Skin Heart Monitor
- Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
Also known as:
- Artery Needle or Catheter Insertion
- Arterial Line Placement
- Arterial Puncture
- Artery Catheterization
- Peripheral Arterial Access
CPT Codes:
- 36140: Introduction of needle or intracatheter, upper or lower extremity artery
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Placement
- ICD insertion
- Permanent defibrillator implant
- Heart defibrillator replacement
- Transvenous defibrillator system
CPT Codes:
- 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber
Does Dr. Buhari accept my insurance?
Dr. Buhari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 464-7681 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buhari accept in Stockton, CA?
Dr. Buhari in Stockton, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
AllCare Health Plan
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Humana
Presbyterian Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Buhari's office located?
Dr. Fram Buhari's Primary Practice
2800 N California St Ste 14
Stockton, CA 95204
(209) 464-7681
What is Dr. Buhari's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buhari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811906894.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buhari?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buhari
What is Dr. Fram Buhari's specialty?
Dr. Buhari is a Cardiologist near Stockton, CA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Buhari to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Fram Buhari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Buhari is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Dameron Hospital, Dignity Health - St. Josephs Medical Center, Sutter Amador 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 Fram Buhari accepting new patients in Stockton, CA?
Yes, Dr. Fram Buhari is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fram Buhari offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buhari's office at (209) 464-7681 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fram Buhari?
Please contact Dr. Buhari's office at (209) 464-7681 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Fram Buhari have?
Dr. Fram Buhari is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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