Dr. Mary A. Buffington
- Gender: Female
- Experience: 17 years
- Graduated from: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport
- Graduation year: 2004
- Sole propriator: No
- NPI: 1942411863
Dr. Mary A. Buffington M.D.
Nephrologist
She is located at 1541 Kings Highway in Shreveport, LA 71103. Can help patients with the following: High Blood Pressure, Kidney Stones, Low Blood Pressure, Low Potassium, Rhabdomyolysis, Vitamin D Deficiency. Her National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942411863. Appointment can be made via the phone number (318) 626-0000. She also has a website where you can get more information. The website can be found at https://www.ochsnerlsuhs.org/. She is affiliated with 1 hospitals.
Conditions treated
Dr. Mary A. Buffington, being an nephrologist, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Mary A. Buffington.
- Blood in Urine
- Edema
- Gout
- Heart Disease
- Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS)
- High Blood Pressure
- Hydronephrosis
- Hypercalcemia
- Hyperkalemia
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Kidney Cancer
- Kidney Failure
- Kidney Infection
- Kidney Stones
- Low Blood Pressure
- Low Potassium
- Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
- Rhabdomyolysis
- Vitamin D Deficiency
Procedures Performed by Dr. Mary A. Buffington
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Mary A. Buffington as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
HMO Louisiana
Network data as of Sep 8, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 7 plans from HMO Louisiana
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue POS 60/40 $6500 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits HSA Eligible | POS · Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS 80/60 $3200 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS 90/70 $9900 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits HSA Eligible | POS · Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized HSA Eligible | POS · Expanded Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS Copay (PCP) 60/40 $6000 Standardized | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS Copay (PCP) 75/55 $2000 Standardized | POS · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS Copay (PCP) 80/60 $1000 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits | POS · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Mary A. Buffington is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. Mary A. Buffington is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Nephrology (also registered under: Practitioner - Internal Medicine, Practitioner - Neurology) .
Bills through: Lsu Health Sciences Center Shreveport Faculty Group Practice
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Jul 17, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received
Drug payment
| Amgen | $304 |
| W. L. Gore \u0026 Associates | $291 |
| Bard Peripheral Vascular | $241 |
Other
| Food and Beverage | $1537 |
Studies
LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE IN SHREVEPORT
Graduated in 2004Other ways to reach out
- Website: https://www.ochsnerlsuhs.org/
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Questions & Answers
Has Dr. Mary A. Buffington affiliation with hospitals?
Dr. Mary A. Buffington is affiliated with UNIVERSITY HEALTH SHREVEPORT.
What conditions does Dr. Mary A. Buffington treat?
Dr. Mary A. Buffington provides treatment for High Blood Pressure, Kidney Stones, Low Blood Pressure, Low Potassium, Rhabdomyolysis, Vitamin D Deficiency. For the full list see this list.
Does Dr. Mary A. Buffington accept patients with HMO Louisiana?
Yes, Dr. Mary A. Buffington is listed in-network for HMO Louisiana through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.
Where can you meet with Dr. Mary A. Buffington?
Dr. Mary A. Buffington's office is located at 1541 Kings Highway in Shreveport, LA 71103.