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Dr. Sara Buckelew, MD

Dr. Sara Buckelew, MD

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Buckelew, Pediatrician in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Sara Buckelew, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Buckelew completed her residency at Children'S Hosp Of L A, Pediatrics. Dr. Buckelew is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buckelew’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buckelew’s office at (510) 452-5231.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Buckelew?

    Dr. Sara Buckelew, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Buckelew empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Eating Disorders, Preventive Medicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Francisco/CA community, Dr. Buckelew is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Children'S Hosp Of L A, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa

    Is Dr. Buckelew board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Sara Buckelew, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Buckelew speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Buckelew treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Buckelew 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. Buckelew. 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:

    • Protein-Calorie Malnutrition
    • Severe Malnutrition
    • Moderate Malnutrition
    • Malnutrition
    • Protein-energy malnutrition
    • General malnutrition
    • Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
    • Starvation
    • Kwashiorkor
    • Marasmus
    • Moderate Protein-Energy Malnutrition
    • Moderate Nutritional Deficiency
    • Moderate Underweight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E46: Unspecified protein-calorie malnutrition
    • E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
    • E440: Moderate protein-calorie malnutrition

    Also known as:

    • Eating Disorder
    • Anorexia Nervosa
    • Anorexia Nervosa (Restricting Type)
    • Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder
    • Disordered eating
    • Food-related mental health issues
    • Feeding disorders
    • Anorexia
    • Self-Starvation
    • Restrictive Eating Disorder
    • Restrictive Anorexia
    • Anorexia without Binging
    • ARFID
    • Selective eating disorder
    • Food avoidance disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F509: Eating disorder, unspecified
    • F5000: Anorexia nervosa, unspecified
    • F5001: Anorexia nervosa, restricting type
    • F5082: Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Depression Screening
    • Other Mental Health Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Mental Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening
    • Behavioral Disorder Screening
    • Psychological Evaluation
    • Mental Wellness Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
    • Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders

    Also known as:

    • Unexplained Weight Loss
    • Involuntary Weight Loss
    • Significant Weight Loss
    • Unintentional Weight Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R634: Abnormal weight loss

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Arrhythmia
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Anorexia Nervosa
    • Anorexia
    • Eating Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F50019: Anorexia nervosa, restricting type, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Orthostatic Hypotension
    • Autonomic Nervous System Disorder
    • Orthostatic hypotension
    • Postural Hypotension
    • Dizziness on Standing
    • Drop in Blood Pressure When Standing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I951: Orthostatic hypotension

    Also known as:

    • Depression
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F32A: Depression, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Buckelew perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Sara Buckelew may include:

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

    Does Dr. Buckelew accept my insurance?

    Dr. Buckelew accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 452-5231 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Buckelew accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Buckelew in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alameda Alliance

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • Community Health Network

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Buckelew's office located?

    Dr. Sara Buckelew's Primary Practice

    400 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

    (510) 452-5231

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    Dr. Sara Buckelew's Practice 2

    3100 Telegraph Ave Fl 2

    Oakland, CA 94609

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

    Dr. Buckelew's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841250750.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buckelew?

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

    What is Dr. Sara Buckelew's specialty?

    Dr. Buckelew is a Pediatrician near San Francisco, CA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Buckelew to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sara Buckelew affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Buckelew is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital San Francisco. 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician 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 Sara Buckelew accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sara Buckelew is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sara Buckelew offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Buckelew's office at (510) 452-5231 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sara Buckelew?

    Please contact Dr. Buckelew's office at (510) 452-5231 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sara Buckelew have?

    Dr. Sara Buckelew is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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