Summary

Dr. James Buwen treats obesity and overweight, GERD, and pediatric obesity, and performs upper GI endoscopy. He practices surgery in Springfield, New Jersey, and sees patients at locations across the state, including Somerville, Hackettstown, East Brunswick, Hoboken, Totowa, and Sparta. He completed his residency at UMDNJ and earned his degree from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Buwen 4.5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 17 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • Umdnj
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 10 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. James P Buwen has 10 locations

Dr. James P Buwen

193 Morris Ave # 2Springfield, NJ 07081

Hackettstown Medical Center

651 Willow Grove StHackettstown, NJ 07840

New Jersey Bariatric Center

192 Summerhill RdEast Brunswick, NJ 08816
MonClosed
TueClosed
Wed2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
ThuClosed
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

New Jersey Bariatric Center

30 Rehill Ave Ste 2400Somerville, NJ 08876
MonClosed
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
WedClosed
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

New Jersey Bariatric Center

57 US Highway 46 Ste 201Hackettstown, NJ 07840
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
TueClosed
WedClosed
ThuClosed
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

New Jersey Bariatric Center

500 Union BlvdTotowa, NJ 07512
MonClosed
TueClosed
WedClosed
ThuClosed
Fri1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

New Jersey Bariatric Center

70 Sparta Ave Ste 202Sparta, NJ 07871
MonClosed
TueClosed
WedClosed
Thu2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

New Jersey Bariatric Center

79 Hudson St Ste 301Hoboken, NJ 07030
MonClosed
Tue9:00 am - 6:00 pm
WedClosed
ThuClosed
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. James P Buwen, DODr. Christa Nicole Grant, MDDr. Francisco Andres Guzman, MDArnold P. Advincula, MD
SurgerySurgerySurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
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3.7 
17 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Springfield , NJNew York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Nova Southeastern University College Of Osteopathic Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Escuela De Medicina Ignacio A Santos Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James P Buwen

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Banner Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Clover Health
  • Clover Health - HMO
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • GEMCare Health Plan
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - HMO
  • Oscar Health Insurance - PPO
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Dr. James P Buwen has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James P Buwen has the following area of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)

Certifications, License, & Education

17 Years Experience

Dr. James P Buwen holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Umdnj.

Medical School

Graduated from Nova Southeastern University College Of Osteopathic in 2009.

NPI Number

Dr. Buwen's NPI number is 1679704761.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. James Buwen's office located?
Dr. James Buwen's office is located at 193 Morris Ave # 2, Springfield, NJ, 07081.
Does Dr. James Buwen accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Buwen accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. James Buwen accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. James Buwen has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. James Buwen accepting new patients?
Dr. James Buwen is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. James Buwen's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Buwen?
You can find contact information for Dr. James Buwen here on Vitals.

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