Summary

Dr. Chris Buntrock is an ophthalmologist with four decades of experience treating eye conditions and vision problems. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin and completed his residency training at St. Luke's Boise Medical Center. Dr. Buntrock speaks both English and Spanish, helping him serve diverse patient communities.

Dr. Buntrock is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Health System Red Cedar in Menomonie and practices at multiple locations throughout New Mexico and Minnesota, including Farmington, Edina, Maple Grove, and Oakdale. He specializes in treating cataracts and diabetic eye conditions such as diabetic retinopathy. His expertise includes advanced procedures like anti-VEGF treatments for retinal conditions and optical coherence tomography for detailed eye imaging. Patients rate Dr. Buntrock 4.6 out of 5 stars on average.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 40 years of experience
  • 39 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • St Lukes Boise Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Dr. Chris Thomas Buntrock has 6 locations

Eye Associates Of New Mexico

622 W Maple St Ste EFarmington, NM 87401
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

LasikPlus

3300 Edinborough Way Ste 412Edina, MN 55435

LasikPlus

7767 Elm Creek Blvd N Ste 140Maple Grove, MN 55369

San Juan Regional Medical Center

801 W Maple StFarmington, NM 87401

Four Corners Ambulatory Surgery Center Llc

2300 E 30th St Bldg AFarmington, NM 87401
Mon6:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue6:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed6:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu6:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri6:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

LasikPlus

8344 3rd St NOakdale, MN 55128

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Dr. Chris Thomas BuntrockDr. Moss Jacob Fenberg, MDDr. Sara Joy Haug, MDDr. Ian Abban Thompson, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
4.4 
4.1 
40 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Farmington , NMFarmington , NMFarmington , NMAlbuquerque , NM
Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Chris Thomas Buntrock

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Davis Vision
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • GEHA
  • GEHA - PPO
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Health Choice Arizona
  • HealthChoice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • March Vision Care
  • Medica
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum Health
  • Presbyterian Health Plan/Presbyterian Insurance Company
  • State Farm
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Summit Community Care
  • Superior Vision
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Chris Thomas Buntrock has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Chris Thomas Buntrock has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Refractive Surgical Procedures
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Dr. Chris Thomas Buntrock holds an active medical license in the state of New Mexico.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New Mexico that expires in 2028.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at St Lukes Boise Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Medical College Of Wisconsin in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Buntrock's NPI number is 1073531851.

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