Summary

With 40 years in family medicine, Dr. Charles Buchanan treats chronic kidney disease, heart failure, and type 2 diabetes mellitus, and performs physical therapy, strength training, and outpatient rehabilitation. He is affiliated with CW Bill Young Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center and speaks English and Spanish.

Dr. Buchanan earned his medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and completed his residency at Grant Medical Center. He sees patients in Cape Coral and Port Charlotte, Florida. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Buchanan 4.5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 40 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Grant Medical Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Charles Richard Buchanan has 5 locations

Lee County Healthcare Center

2489 Diplomat Pkwy ECape Coral, FL 33909
Mon7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:00 am - 6:30 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Sat8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SunClosed

Hca Florida Fawcett Hospital

21298 Olean BlvdPort Charlotte, FL 33952

Shorepoint Health Port Charlotte

2500 Harbor BlvdPort Charlotte, FL 33952

Port Charlotte Community Based Outpatient Clinic

4161 Tamiami Trl Ste 401Port Charlotte, FL 33952
Mon7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri7:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Cape Coral Hospital

636 Del Prado BlvdCape Coral, FL 33990

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Dr. Charles Richard Buchanan, MDSherry Amankwa, MSN, APRN, FNP-CDr. Edgar Joel Cruz Crispin, DNP, APRNJason Diaz, PA
Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
40 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English
Cape Coral , FLBaltimore , MDPort Charlotte , FLHollywood , FL
Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine Med School: Miami Dade College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Charles Richard Buchanan

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • APWU
  • APWU - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • Freedom Health
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • MVP Health Care
  • Optum Health
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Travelers
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - POS

Medical Specialties

Dr. Charles Richard Buchanan has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Charles Richard Buchanan has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Dr. Charles Richard Buchanan holds an expired medical license in the state of Florida.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Florida that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Grant Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Buchanan's NPI number is 1184631632.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Charles Buchanan speak?
Dr. Charles Buchanan speaks English and Spanish.
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Dr. Charles Buchanan has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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Does Dr. Charles Buchanan accept my insurance?
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