Summary

Dr. Alfred Buxton is a cardiovascular disease specialist with additional expertise in internal medicine, bringing over five decades of experience to patient care. They earned their medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and completed residency training at the University of Pennsylvania Health System. Dr. Buxton speaks Russian and Spanish, helping to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Buxton practices at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Needham and Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Milton, with locations throughout the Boston area including Needham and Boston, Massachusetts. They specialize in treating conditions such as stroke, atherosclerosis, and cerebrovascular accidents. The procedures Dr. Buxton performs include EKGs, ambulatory EKG monitoring, and electrical cardioversion to help restore normal heart rhythm. Patients rate Dr. Buxton 4.6 out of 5 stars on average.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 53 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Russian, Spanish
  • University Of Pennsylvania Health System
  • 2 specialties
  • 20 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Alfred E Buxton has 4 locations

Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Needham Anticoagulation Clinic

148 Chestnut StNeedham, MA 02492
Mon7:00 am - 3:30 pm
Tue7:00 am - 3:30 pm
Wed7:00 am - 3:30 pm
Thu7:00 am - 3:30 pm
Fri7:00 am - 3:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Beth Israel Deaconess Cardiovascular Services

330 Brookline Ave Fl 7Boston, MA 02215
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

BIDMC - Division of Cardiology

185 Pilgrim Road Baker 4Boston, MA 02215

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseAnesthesiologyDiagnostic Radiology
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4.6 
53 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 4 Years of Experience 4 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Russian, Spanish Speaks English
Needham , MACambridge , MABrighton , MABrighton , MA
Med School: UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: University of Toledo Medical School Med School: University Of Massachusetts Medical School Med School: University Of Massachusetts Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Alfred E Buxton

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - HMO-POS
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Cigna - HMO-POS
  • Cigna - POS
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP) - HMO
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care - HMO
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health - HMO
  • Tricare
  • Trusted Health Plan
  • Trusted Health Plan - HMO
  • Trusted Health Plan - PPO
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • Tufts Health Plan - PPO
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Well Sense Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Alfred E Buxton has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Alfred E Buxton has the following 20 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Atrial Fibrillation
  • Atrial Flutter
  • Cardiac Arrhythmias
  • Coronary Artery Bypass (Heart Bypass)
  • Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
  • Coronary Disease
  • Dilated Cardiomyopathy
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Catheterization
  • Heart Diseases
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
  • Internal Medicine
  • Myocardial Diseases
  • Myocardial Infarction
  • Sudden Cardiac Death
  • Unstable Angina
  • Ventricular Tachycardia

Certifications, License, & Education

53 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Pennsylvania Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1973.

NPI Number

Dr. Buxton's NPI number is 1598786063.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Alfred Buxton affiliated with?
Dr. Alfred Buxton is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Needham and Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Milton.
Where is Dr. Alfred Buxton's office located?
Dr. Alfred Buxton's office is located at 148 Chestnut St, Needham, MA, 02492.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alfred Buxton?
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Is Dr. Alfred Buxton accepting new patients?
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