Summary

Dr. John Buckner III is a surgeon with 41 years of experience in the field. He earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine and completed his residency training at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. Dr. Buckner holds certification in Orthopaedic Surgery from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Buckner practices at Citizens Memorial Health Care and sees patients at The Breast Surgeons at CoxHealth in Springfield, Missouri. His clinical expertise includes treating breast cancer and Paget disease of the breast. He performs various diagnostic procedures including pathology tests and surgical pathology evaluations. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 41 years of experience
  • 44 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center - Oklahoma City, OK
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

The Breast Surgeons at CoxHealth

3850 S National AveSpringfield, MO 65807
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

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John Buckner IIi, MDDr. James Albert Brockenbrough, MDDr. Corey William Iqbal, MDDr. Melvyn Philip Karp, MD
SurgeryThoracic SurgerySurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.4 
1.7 
4.7 
41 Years of Experience 54 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 57 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Springfield , MOSPRINGFIELD , MOSt. Louis , MOBoca Raton , FL
Med School: University of Missouri-Kansas City, School of Medicine (Medical Education) Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by John Buckner IIi

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna - PPO
  • All Savers Insurance
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Ambetter - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Benefit Management Inc
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare
  • Cox HealthPlans
  • Golden Rule
  • Hawaii Medical Assurance Association (HMAA)
  • HealthSmart - PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Liberty HealthShare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MO HealthNet - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare
  • WPS Health Plan
  • WPS Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

John Buckner IIi has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

John Buckner IIi has the following area of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

John Buckner IIi holds an expired medical license in the state of Missouri. They are board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center - Oklahoma City, OK in 1990 and University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center in 1986.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Missouri-Kansas City, School of Medicine (Medical Education) in 1985.

NPI Number

John Buckner IIi's NPI number is 1497797625.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does John Buckner IIi accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
John Buckner IIi has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is John Buckner IIi's office located?
John Buckner IIi's office is located at 3850 S National Ave, Springfield, MO, 65807.
Does John Buckner IIi accept my insurance?
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What languages does John Buckner IIi speak?
John Buckner IIi speaks English.

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