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Dr. Elizabeth Buchanan, MD

Exeter, NH

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Buchanan, Family Medicine Specialist in Exeter, NH?

    Dr. Elizabeth Buchanan, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Exeter, NH with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Buchanan graduated from Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth and completed her residency at Eastern Me Med Ctr, Family Medicine; Fletcher Allen Hlth Care, Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Buchanan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buchanan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buchanan’s office at (603) 772-1436.

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

    • Residency: Eastern Me Med Ctr, Family Medicine; Fletcher Allen Hlth Care, Obstetrics And Gynecology | Eastern Maine Med Center | Eastern Maine Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth

    Is Dr. Buchanan board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Buchanan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Buchanan speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Buchanan treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Buchanan 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. Buchanan. 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:

    • 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    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:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) in Both Legs
    • Deep Vein Thrombosis
    • Bilateral DVT
    • Blood Clots in Both Legs
    • DVT in Lower Extremities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I82403: Acute embolism and thrombosis of unspecified deep veins of lower extremity, bilateral

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Which procedures does Dr. Buchanan perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Elizabeth Buchanan may include:

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

    Does Dr. Buchanan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Buchanan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (603) 772-1436 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Buchanan accept in Exeter, NH?

    Dr. Buchanan in Exeter, NH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Boston Medical Center

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Martin's Point

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Buchanan's office located?

    Dr. Elizabeth Buchanan's Primary Practice

    1 Hampton Rd Ste A306

    Exeter, NH 03833

    (603) 772-1436

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    Dr. Elizabeth Buchanan's Practice 2

    24 Plaistow Rd Ste 2

    Plaistow, NH 03865

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    Dr. Elizabeth Buchanan's Practice 3

    9 Buzell Ave

    Exeter, NH 03833

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

    Dr. Buchanan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497714505.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buchanan?

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

    What is Dr. Elizabeth Buchanan's specialty?

    Dr. Buchanan is a Family Medicine Specialist near Exeter, NH. 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. Contact Dr. Buchanan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Elizabeth Buchanan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Buchanan is affiliated with Elliot Hospital, Exeter Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 Elizabeth Buchanan accepting new patients in Exeter, NH?

    Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Buchanan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elizabeth Buchanan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Buchanan's office at (603) 772-1436 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Buchanan?

    Please contact Dr. Buchanan's office at (603) 772-1436 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Elizabeth Buchanan have?

    Dr. Elizabeth Buchanan is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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