34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buttelman, Internist in Northridge, CA?
Dr. Christopher Buttelman, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Northridge, CA. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Buttelman graduated from St George',s University and completed his residency at St Johns Espiscpl Hsp-S Shr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Buttelman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buttelman’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buttelman’s office at (818) 832-7802.
Where did Dr. Buttelman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Johns Espiscpl Hsp-S Shr, Internal Medicine | St. John's Episcopal Hospital | LECOMT/St John's Episcopal Hospital Program
Medical School: St George',s University | St George',s University | Loma Linda University School of Medicine | St. George's University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Buttelman speak?
Dr. Buttelman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Buttelman treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Buttelman 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. Buttelman. 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:
- 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Fasting Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- Impaired Fasting Glucose
- Prediabetes (Fasting)
- Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
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- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, 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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Persistent AFib
- Long-term AFib
- Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immune System Disorder
- Immune System and Disorder
- Immunodeficiency
- Immune System Problems
- Weakened Immune System
ICD-10 Codes:
- D8481: Immunodeficiency due to conditions classified elsewhere
Also known as:
- Cystostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Bladder Stoma Care
- Urinary Diversion Care
- Suprapubic Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z435: Encounter for attention to cystostomy
Which procedures does Dr. Buttelman perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Christopher Buttelman 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Buttelman's office.
Does Dr. Buttelman accept my insurance?
Dr. Buttelman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 832-7802 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buttelman accept in Northridge, CA?
Dr. Buttelman in Northridge, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
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Health Care Alliance
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx
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Where is Dr. Buttelman's office located?
Dr. Christopher Buttelman's Primary Practice
17075 Devonshire St Ste 209
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 832-7802
What is Dr. Buttelman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buttelman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437128840.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buttelman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buttelman
What is Dr. Christopher Buttelman's specialty?
Dr. Buttelman is a Internist near Northridge, CA.
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.
Contact Dr. Buttelman to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Christopher Buttelman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buttelman is affiliated with Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana 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
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Is Christopher Buttelman accepting new patients in Northridge, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Buttelman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Buttelman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buttelman's office at (818) 832-7802 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Buttelman?
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