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Dr. John Buchheit, MD

Louisville, KY

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Buchheit, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Louisville, KY?

    Dr. John Buchheit, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Buchheit graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC and completed his residency at University of Louisville School of Medicine Program. Dr. Buchheit is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buchheit’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buchheit’s office at (865) 679-1188.

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

    • Residency: University of Louisville School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn | Georgetown University, Washington, DC

    Is Dr. Buchheit board certified in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. John Buchheit, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Buchheit speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Buchheit treat?

    As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Buchheit 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. Buchheit. 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:

    • Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Ear and Hearing Examination with Abnormal Findings
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Normal Hearing Test
    • Clear Ear Checkup
    • Routine Audiology Exam
    • Abnormal Hearing Test
    • Ear Exam with Issues
    • Hearing Problem Diagnosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings
    • Z01118: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing with other abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up Hearing Exam After Failed Screening
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Hearing re-test after failed screen
    • Ear exam after failed hearing test
    • Second hearing screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01110: Encounter for hearing examination following failed hearing screening

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Respiratory Distress Syndrome
    • Other Newborn Respiratory Distress
    • Lung Disease
    • Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome
    • Hyaline Membrane Disease
    • Neonatal Respiratory Distress
    • Newborn Breathing Difficulties
    • Neonatal Respiratory Issues
    • Baby Lung Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P220: Respiratory distress syndrome of newborn
    • P228: Other respiratory distress of newborn

    Also known as:

    • Patent Foramen Ovale
    • Patent Ductus Arteriosus
    • Ventricular Septal Defect
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • PFO
    • Open Foramen Ovale
    • Hole in Heart (PFO)
    • PDA
    • Open Ductus Arteriosus
    • Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
    • VSD
    • Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
    • Congenital Heart Anomaly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q2112: Patent foramen ovale
    • Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
    • Q210: Ventricular septal defect

    Also known as:

    • Low Birth Weight Newborn
    • Low Birth Weight Baby
    • Birth Weight
    • LBW newborn
    • Small baby
    • Baby born 2000-2499 grams
    • LBW baby
    • Small baby at birth
    • Underweight newborn

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P0718: Other low birth weight newborn, 2000-2499 grams
    • P0716: Other low birth weight newborn, 1500-1749 grams

    Also known as:

    • Male Circumcision
    • Circumcision
    • Foreskin removal
    • Routine circumcision
    • Ritual circumcision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z412: Encounter for routine and ritual male circumcision

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Drug Withdrawal (Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome)
    • Pregnancy and Substance Use
    • Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
    • NAS in newborns
    • Infant opioid withdrawal
    • Baby drug dependency symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P961: Neonatal withdrawal symptoms from maternal use of drugs of addiction

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Low Blood Sugar
    • Hypoglycemia
    • Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Neonatal Hypoglycemia
    • Infant Low Blood Sugar
    • Low Glucose in Newborns

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P704: Other neonatal hypoglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Premature Baby
    • Premature Babies
    • Preterm infant
    • Early baby
    • Preemie

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P0738: Preterm newborn, gestational age 35 completed weeks

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure After Procedure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden breathing failure after surgery
    • Acute post-op respiratory arrest
    • Acute post-surgical breathing failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J95821: Acute postprocedural respiratory failure

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Issues from Gestational Diabetes
    • Diabetes and Pregnancy
    • Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Infant of Diabetic Mother Syndrome
    • Gestational Diabetes Effects on Newborn
    • Newborn of Diabetic Mother

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P700: Syndrome of infant of mother with gestational diabetes

    Which procedures does Dr. Buchheit perform as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?

    As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. John Buchheit may include:

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

    Does Dr. Buchheit accept my insurance?

    Dr. Buchheit accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 679-1188 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Buchheit accept in Louisville, KY?

    Dr. Buchheit in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Employee Benefit Management Services (EBMS)

    • Express Scripts

    • Highmark Inc.

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Buchheit's office located?

    Dr. John Buchheit's Primary Practice

    1951 Bishop Ln Fl 4

    Louisville, KY 40218

    (865) 679-1188

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    Dr. John Buchheit's Practice 2

    742 Middle Creek Rd

    Sevierville, TN 37862

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    Dr. John Buchheit's Practice 3

    9352 Park West Blvd

    Knoxville, TN 37923

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

    Dr. Buchheit's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831152479.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buchheit?

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

    What is Dr. John Buchheit's specialty?

    Dr. Buchheit is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Louisville, KY. A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies. Contact Dr. Buchheit to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Buchheit affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Buchheit is affiliated with Baptist Health Hardin 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 Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Neonatal-Perinatal 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 John Buchheit accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?

    Yes, Dr. John Buchheit is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Buchheit offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Buchheit's office at (865) 679-1188 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Buchheit?

    Please contact Dr. Buchheit's office at (865) 679-1188 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Buchheit have?

    Dr. John Buchheit is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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