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Dr. David Buggay, MD

Birmingham, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Buggay, Orthopedic Surgeon in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. David Buggay, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Buggay completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Al Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Buggay is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buggay’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buggay’s office at (205) 939-0447.

    Where did Dr. Buggay go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Al Hosp, General Surgery

    Is Dr. Buggay board certified in Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. David Buggay, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Buggay speak?

    Dr. Buggay and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Buggay treat?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Buggay 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. Buggay. 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:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
    • M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache
    • Chronic Low Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M5459: Other low back pain

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Left Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip
    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Right Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Right rotator cuff rupture
    • Right shoulder tendon tear
    • Right shoulder muscle tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M75101: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic

    Also known as:

    • Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
    • Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
    • Lower Back Spinal Slip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Swimmer's Shoulder
    • Impingement Syndrome
    • Rotator Cuff Impingement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7541: Impingement syndrome of right shoulder

    Which procedures does Dr. Buggay perform as a Orthopedic Surgeon?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. David Buggay may include:

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

    Does Dr. Buggay accept my insurance?

    Dr. Buggay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 939-0447 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Buggay accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Buggay in Birmingham, AL 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 and Blue Shield of Alabama

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • United Mine Workers of America

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Buggay's office located?

    Dr. David Buggay's Primary Practice

    833 Saint Vincents Dr Ste 403

    Birmingham, AL 35205

    (205) 939-0447

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    Dr. David Buggay's Practice 2

    70 Plaza Dr

    Pell City, AL 35125

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    Dr. David Buggay's Practice 3

    3014 Allison Bonnett Memorial Dr Ste 144

    Hueytown, AL 35023

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    What is Dr. Buggay's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Buggay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134197171.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buggay?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buggay

    What is Dr. David Buggay's specialty?

    Dr. Buggay is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Birmingham, AL. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Buggay to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. David Buggay affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Buggay is affiliated with Brookwood Baptist Medical Center, Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham 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

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    Is David Buggay accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. David Buggay is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Buggay offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Buggay's office at (205) 939-0447 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Buggay?

    Please contact Dr. Buggay's office at (205) 939-0447 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Buggay have?

    Dr. David Buggay is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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