Michael L. Buffington, M.D.

Family Medicine

Michael L. Buffington is a Family Medicine specialist based in Fayetteville, AR with over 58 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(479) 521-1420Fayetteville, AR
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

With over 58 years in family medicine, Michael L. Buffington, M.D. is a long-established family medicine physician in Fayetteville. A University of Arkansas College of Medicine graduate since 1968, he brings 58+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with arthritis, high cholesterol, and hypertension (per CMS claims data).

1 of 206 Family Medicine providers in ARSee all Family Medicine in Fayetteville58+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 831dNPPES updated 2024-02-13 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Arkansas State Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

34 W Colt Square Dr Ste 3, Fayetteville, AR 72703-2888

Fax: (866) 286-2967
Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Arthritis, High Cholesterol, and Hypertension.

Arthritis
75%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

High Cholesterol
70%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

Hypertension
66%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

Anxiety Disorders
41%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

Ischemic Heart Disease
34%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

Mood Disorders
32%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
30%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1968

    University of Arkansas College of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Feb 12, 2024

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 58 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Family MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

Taxonomy: 207Q00000X

Education & Training

University of Arkansas College of Medicine (Class of 1968)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 1266, Fayetteville, AR 72702-1266

Differs from practice location

Virtual Family Medicine Care With Michael L. Buffington

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Michael L. Buffington for arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Fayetteville required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Michael L. Buffington

Dr. Buffington is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Fayetteville, AR. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (479) 521-1420.

Verified across 3 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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