MultiCare Health System
521 Martin Luther King Jr Way, 
Tacoma, WA 

Overview

John Vanbuskirk is a primary care provider, practicing in Palliative Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years.

His clinical expertise encompasses Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

Graduate Year

1982

Specialties

Palliative Medicine

Licenses

Family Medicine in WA

Hospital Affiliations

Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
PacificSource
  • PPO
Premera
  • EPO
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO

Locations

MultiCare Health System
521 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Tacoma, WA 98405
Other Locations
MultiCare Health System
315 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Tacoma, WA 98405
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John Vanbuskirk

How do I make an appointment with Dr. John Vanbuskirk?

You can book an appointment with Dr. John Vanbuskirk by calling their office at 253-403-2900. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. John Vanbuskirk a top-rated expert for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John Vanbuskirk is classified as an Experienced expert for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. John Vanbuskirk specialize in?

While Dr. John Vanbuskirk is a Palliative Medicine, they have specific expertise in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Palliative Medicine.

Does Dr. John Vanbuskirk accept my insurance?

Dr. John Vanbuskirk accepts most major insurance plans, including Medicaid and PacificSource. We recommend calling the office directly at 253-403-2900 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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