Summary

Dr. Philip Buffington is a urologist who earned his medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and completed his residency at The Jewish Hospital. With over four decades of practice experience, he brings extensive expertise to urological care. Dr. Buffington is fluent in French and Russian.

Dr. Buffington is affiliated with Bethesda North Hospital and practices across multiple locations in Cincinnati, Ohio, and Toledo, Ohio. He specializes in treating kidney stones and high blood pressure related to urological conditions. His procedural expertise includes minimally invasive kidney stone treatments and urinary tract interventions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.3
  • 42 years of experience
  • 54 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks French, Russian
  • The Jewish Hospital
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Philip Jay Buffington has 4 locations

Norwood Surgery Center

2000 Joseph E Sanker BlvdCincinnati, OH 45212
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

The Jewish Hospital Mercy Health

4777 E Galbraith RdCincinnati, OH 45236

University Of Cincinnati Medical Center

3188 Bellevue AveCincinnati, OH 45219

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Dr. Philip Jay Buffington, MDDr. Jennifer Lisette Bennett, MDDr. Christopher Paul CostDr. Aparna Diwan Shah, MD
UrologyUrologyUrologyUrology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
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42 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks French, Russian Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Cincinnati , OHCincinnati , OHLawrenceburg , INLiberty Township , OH
Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: University of Cincinnati / Main Campus Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Philip Jay Buffington

  • AARP - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Assurant Health
  • Assurant Health - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Buckeye Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Buckeye Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CareSource - Medicaid
  • CareSource - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • GEHA - PPO
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicaid
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Liberty HealthShare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare - PPO
  • MediGold
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HSA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Philip Jay Buffington has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Philip Jay Buffington has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Bladder Issues
  • Enlarged Prostate (Prostatic Hyperplasia)
  • Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
  • Kidney Stones
  • Overactive Urinary Bladder
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Prostatitis
  • Urinary Incontinence
  • Urologic Emergencies
  • Vasectomy

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Ohio, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

The Jewish Hospital

Medical School

University Of Cincinnati College Of MedicineGraduated in 1984

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Philip Buffington accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Philip Buffington has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Philip Buffington?
You can find contact information for Dr. Philip Buffington here on Vitals.
What languages does Dr. Philip Buffington speak?
Dr. Philip Buffington speaks French and Russian.
Does Dr. Philip Buffington accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Philip Buffington accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Philip Buffington's office located?
Dr. Philip Buffington's office is located at 2000 Joseph E Sanker Blvd, Cincinnati, OH, 45212.

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