Summary

Dr. Sam Buffer is a cardiovascular disease specialist with expertise in internal medicine who has dedicated 38 years to caring for patients with heart and vascular conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Pennsylvania Health System. His extensive experience allows him to provide comprehensive care for complex cardiovascular issues. Dr. Buffer is fluent in Spanish and Chinese, enabling him to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Buffer practices at UPMC Passavant Cranberry and sees patients at multiple locations throughout Pittsburgh and Cranberry Township. He specializes in treating conditions such as high cholesterol, coronary artery disease, and elevated cholesterol levels in children and teens. His approach includes comprehensive diagnostic testing through blood work and chemistry panels to monitor heart health and assess treatment effectiveness. Patients rate Dr. Buffer 4.6 out of 5 stars for his care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 38 years of experience
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Chinese
  • University Of Pennsylvania Health System
  • 7 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 8 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Sam Anthony Buffer has 8 locations

Upmc Heart And Vascular Institute

9100 Babcock Blvd Ste 1135Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Mon9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Upmc Heart And Vascular Institute At Upmc Passavant Cranberry

3 Saint Francis Way Ste 202Cranberry Township, PA 16066
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Upmc Passavant Cranberry

1 Saint Francis WayCranberry Township, PA 16066

Upmc Presbyterian

200 Lothrop StPittsburgh, PA 15213

Upmc Passavant Mccandless

9100 Babcock BlvdPittsburgh, PA 15237

UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute

111 Hazel LnSewickley, PA 15143

UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute

3 Saint Francis Way Ste 202Cranberry Township, PA 16066

Upmc Presbyterian

200 LOTHROP ST RM F677PITTSBURGH, PA 15213

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Dr. Sam Anthony Buffer, MDDr. Robert H BoretskyDr. Matthew Kevin HensleyDr. Patrick John Digiacomo
Cardiovascular DiseaseAnesthesiologyPediatricsCritical Care Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
38 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Chinese Speaks English Speaks English
Pittsburgh , PAPITTSBURGH , PAMorgantown , WVPittsburgh , PA
Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University Med School: University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sam Anthony Buffer

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CareSource
  • Cigna
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Sam Anthony Buffer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Sam Anthony Buffer has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Internal Medicine
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Pennsylvania Health System

Medical School

University Of Pittsburgh School Of MedicineGraduated in 1988

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Sam Buffer affiliated with?
Dr. Sam Buffer is affiliated with Upmc Passavant Cranberry.
Does Dr. Sam Buffer accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Sam Buffer accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Sam Buffer's office located?
Dr. Sam Buffer's office is located at 9100 Babcock Blvd Ste 1135, Pittsburgh, PA, 15237.
Does Dr. Sam Buffer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Sam Buffer has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Sam Buffer speak?
Dr. Sam Buffer speaks Spanish and Chinese.

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