Summary

Dr. Irene Buckner treats type 2 diabetes mellitus and chronic kidney disease, including stage 5 chronic kidney disease. She practices internal medicine and speaks English and Spanish. With 32 years of experience, she is affiliated with Northwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center and sees patients in Clarksdale, Mississippi.

She earned her medical degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed her residency at LSU Health Sciences. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Buckner 4.07 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 32 years of experience
  • 63 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Lsu Health Sciences
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Irene Shara Buckner has 2 locations

Internal Medicine Clinic Of Clarksdale

1967 Hospital DrClarksdale, MS 38614
Mon9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:00 pm
WedClosed
Thu9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Delta Health Northwest Regional

1970 Hospital DrClarksdale, MS 38614

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Dr. Irene Shara Buckner, MDDr. Adewumi Bakare DMSc, PA-CDr. Sheon Hahseim Mendoza, MDDr. Nikki Nikkia Cager, MD
Internal MedicineInternal MedicineHospital MedicineHospital Medicine
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32 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin)
Clarksdale , MSMesquite , TXClarksdale , MSOxford , MS
Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Irene Shara Buckner

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia - HMO
  • APWU - Workers’ Compensation
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • Home State Health Plan
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Magellan Health
  • Magellan Health - DSNP
  • MassHealth
  • MassHealth - Medicaid
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optimum HealthCare - HMO
  • Optum Health
  • Summit Community Care
  • Summit Community Care - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • United Behavioral Health - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Vantage Health Plan, Inc.
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - HMO
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • WPS Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Irene Shara Buckner has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Irene Shara Buckner has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

Dr. Irene Shara Buckner holds an expired medical license in the state of Mississippi.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Lsu Health Sciences.

Medical School

Graduated from Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine in 1994.

NPI Number

Dr. Buckner's NPI number is 1003836669.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Irene Buckner accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Irene Buckner accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Irene Buckner speak?
Dr. Irene Buckner speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Irene Buckner accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Irene Buckner has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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Is Dr. Irene Buckner accepting new patients?
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