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Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD

(216 Ratings)

Specializes in: Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose, and Throat)

MCP Hahnemann School of Medicine

Professional interests include: paraganglioma, nose cancer, parathyroid disease, and more.

50 N Medical Drive
Salt Lake City, UT 84132

(801) 581-7514

Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD is an otolaryngologist in Salt Lake City, UT specializing in otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). He graduated from MCP Hahnemann School of Medicine. Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD is affiliated with University of Utah Health and UNIVERSITY OF UTAH ADULT SERVICES.

Office Locations

University of Utah Health

1950 Circle of Hope
Salt Lake City, UT 84112

(801) 587-4566

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50 N Medical Drive
Salt Lake City, UT 84132

(801) 581-7514

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Some issues Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD can help you with:

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Affordability:

dissection

lymphadenectomy

modified radical neck dissection

neck dissection

surgical dissection

In 2023, Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD had a list price for dissection, lymphadenectomy (lymph node dissection), modified radical neck dissection, neck dissection (cervical lymphadenectomy), and surgical dissection that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 95% of providers in related specialties within Utah. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 25%

By Affordability:

lymph node excision

lymph node procedures

In 2012, Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD had a list price for lymph node excision, and lymph node procedures that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within Utah. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Salt Lake City, UT during 2012 were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	163
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	30
minimally invasive procedures	30

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Salt Lake City, UT during 2013 were laryngeal (voice box) procedures and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	228
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	41
minimally invasive procedures	24

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD.

**Gender**
Male	90
Female	72

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	146
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	77
From 75 to 84	47
85 and over	12
Less than 65	26

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD in 2013

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	23
Dementia	0
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Salt Lake City, UT during 2014 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, dissection and neck surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD for Medicare patients.

dissection	15
doctor visit	231
excision	15
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	30
lymph node procedures	15
minimally invasive procedures	30
neck surgery	15

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD.

**Gender**
Male	77
Female	77

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	143
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	70
From 75 to 84	46
85 and over	11
Less than 65	27

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD in 2014

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	38
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	29
Dementia	0
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Salt Lake City, UT during 2015 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, dissection and neck surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD for Medicare patients.

dissection	17
doctor visit	256
excision	17
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	26
lymph node procedures	17
minimally invasive procedures	26
neck surgery	17

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD.

**Gender**
Male	188
Female	118

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	284
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	140
From 75 to 84	84
85 and over	34
Less than 65	48

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD in 2015

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	35
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	21
Dementia	7
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Salt Lake City, UT during 2016 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, dissection and neck surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD for Medicare patients.

dissection	14
doctor visit	316
excision	14
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	29
lymph node procedures	14
minimally invasive procedures	29
neck surgery	14

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD.

**Gender**
Male	94
Female	64

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	147
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	70
From 75 to 84	47
85 and over	13
Less than 65	28

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD in 2016

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	35
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	25
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	24
Dementia	0
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Salt Lake City, UT during 2017 were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	280
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	28
minimally invasive procedures	28

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD.

**Gender**
Male	99
Female	61

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	148
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	81
From 75 to 84	51
85 and over	12
Less than 65	16

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD in 2017

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	38
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	28
Dementia	0
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Salt Lake City, UT during 2018 were dissection, neck surgery, lymph node procedures and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD for Medicare patients.

dissection	19
doctor visit	240
excision	19
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	17
lymph node procedures	19
minimally invasive procedures	17
neck surgery	19
tracheal (windpipe) procedures	11

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD.

**Gender**
Male	85
Female	67

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	140
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	93
From 75 to 84	39
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD in 2018

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	32
Dementia	10
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Salt Lake City, UT during 2019 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, dissection and neck surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD for Medicare patients.

dissection	17
doctor visit	229
excision	17
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	23
lymph node procedures	17
minimally invasive procedures	23
neck surgery	17

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD.

**Gender**
Male	65
Female	62

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	112
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	65
From 75 to 84	35
85 and over	11
Less than 65	16

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD in 2019

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	24
Dementia	10
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Salt Lake City, UT during 2020 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, dissection and neck surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD for Medicare patients.

dissection	11
doctor visit	118
excision	11
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	12
lymph node procedures	11
minimally invasive procedures	12
neck surgery	11

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD.

**Gender**
Male	74
Female	44

**Age**
From 65 to 74	58
From 75 to 84	42
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD in 2020

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	28
Dementia	0
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Salt Lake City, UT during 2021 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, dissection and neck surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD for Medicare patients.

dissection	12
doctor visit	159
excision	12
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	15
lymph node procedures	12
minimally invasive procedures	15
neck surgery	12
plastic surgery procedures	11
reconstructive surgery	11
tissue transfer	11
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	11

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD.

**Gender**
Male	78
Female	51

**Age**
From 65 to 74	66
From 75 to 84	41
85 and over	11
Less than 65	11

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD in 2021

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	23
Dementia	0
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Salt Lake City, UT during 2022 were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	147
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	15
minimally invasive procedures	15

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD.

**Gender**
Male	60
Female	57

**Age**
From 65 to 74	66
From 75 to 84	30
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD in 2022

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	29
Dementia	0
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Salt Lake City, UT were laryngeal (voice box) procedures, minimally invasive procedures, dissection and neck surgery.

dissection	15
doctor visit	215
excision	15
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	24
lymph node procedures	15
minimally invasive procedures	22
neck surgery	15
plastic surgery procedures	11
reconstructive surgery	11
tissue transfer	11
tracheal (windpipe) procedures	11
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	11

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD.

**Gender**
Male	82
Female	61

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	101
Hispanic	0
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	42
85 and over	9
Less than 65	15
65 to 74	71

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and depression.

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	36
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	8
Osteoporosis	6
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	23
Atrial Fibrillation	9
Cancer	12
Dementia	2

Education & Training

Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD graduated from MCP Hahnemann School of Medicine. He completed residency at Otolaryngology - University of Kansas - Resident. He is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology and has a state license in Utah.

Medical School: MCP Hahnemann School of Medicine

Residency: Otolaryngology - University of Kansas - Resident

Board Certification: American Board of Otolaryngology

Licensed In: Utah

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

University of Utah Health

UNIVERSITY OF UTAH ADULT SERVICES

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.92 out of 5 stars based on 216 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Salt Lake City, UT.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Luke Oliver Buchmann, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Freudenberg Medical, LLC	$70 L8500 $70
KLS Martin L.P.	$53 $53

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$123

Biography

Dr. Luke Buchmann's area of specialization is otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). Dr. Buchmann studied medicine at MCP Hahnemann School of Medicine. Areas of expertise for Dr. Buchmann include thyroid problems, nose cancer, and paraganglioma. Patient reviews placed him at an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Dr. Buchmann is professionally affiliated with the University of Utah Health.