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Dr. Fram Buhari, MD

Dr. Fram Buhari, MD

Stockton, CA

50 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    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 by the American Board of Internal Medicine. 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 in 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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Dyspnea
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    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:

    • Having a Pacemaker
    • Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Heart pacemaker
    • Artificial pacemaker
    • Implanted heart device
    • ICD implant
    • Automatic defibrillator
    • Implanted heart shock device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
    • Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
    • Other Cardiac Implants
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • CABG
    • Heart Bypass Graft
    • Bypass Surgery Graft
    • Heart Devices
    • Cardiac Grafts
    • Implantable Heart Devices

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
    • Z95818: Presence of other cardiac implants and grafts

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swelling
    • Swelling
    • Edema
    • Localized Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Swelling in one area
    • Bloating

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R600: Localized edema
    • R609: Edema, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Having a Coronary Angioplasty Implant or Graft
    • Angioplasty
    • Coronary stent
    • Heart artery graft
    • Angioplasty device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z955: Presence of coronary angioplasty implant and graft

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Buhari perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Fram Buhari may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Buhari's office.

    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

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Buhari's office located?

    Dr. Fram Buhari's Primary Practice

    2333 N California St

    Stockton, CA 95204

    (209) 464-7681

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    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?

    Yes, Dr. Buhari is affiliated with Dignity Health - St. Joseph's Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    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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