Skip to main content
Informational

Your experience at our Optum NY location is important to us:

Need assistance or have concerns? The Optum leadership team is here to help.

Health care

We provide affordable and personalized care

How can we help?

Helpful links

Financial

Accounts to help you save and pay for health care expenses

How can we help?

Helpful links

  • Resources

    Find contribution limits, savings tools, calculators and eligible expenses

  • Account support

    Find contact information and frequently asked questions

Tax season resources

Get ready for HSA tax season

If you used an HSA this year, the HSA Tax Center offers general information about contributions, eligible expenses and commonly used tax forms — all in one place.

Pharmacy

We make it easy to get medications you need, when and where you need them

How can we help?

Helpful links

  • Optum Rx

    For people with pharmacy insurance benefits through Optum Rx

  • Track orders

    Track your home delivery and specialty order

  • Pharmacy support

    Find contact information and answers to frequently asked questions

Mobile app

Optum Rx on the go

Request refills, track order status, manage billing information and much more.

Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play
Peter D. Buffa, MD

Peter D. Buffa, MD

Optum Provider

Specialty

Internal Medicine

Languages

English

Seeing patients at

Monday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Please contact the clinic directly to schedule and confirm appointment availability.

Patient Reviews

Patient review summary

Learn about our survey

5

4

3

2

1

5.0

81 reviews

  • Mar 28, 2026
    Verified Review

    I have had good experiences with him.

  • Mar 26, 2026
    Verified Review

    Extreme care with exam and explaining the details

  • Mar 26, 2026
    Verified Review

    He was great

  • Mar 24, 2026
    Verified Review

    He is very respectful and talks and explains everything. Asks questions. Listens to my questions with attention and concern.

  • Mar 17, 2026
    Verified Review

    Dr. Peter Buffa goes over all my blood work with me at every visit . All my questions are answered professionally. He is very helpful in every way, courteous and professional.

  • Mar 6, 2026
    Verified Review

    The absolute most professional Doctor I’ve ever seen. Dr. Buffa actually cares about patients.

  • Mar 4, 2026
    Verified Review

    Great doctor

  • Feb 26, 2026
    Verified Review

    Listens and is caring

  • Feb 25, 2026
    Verified Review

    A smart Doctor and just a terrific person.

  • Feb 24, 2026
    Verified Review

    Excellent doctor who is a professional and cares about patients. He is knowledgeable and kind.

  • Feb 20, 2026
    Verified Review

    Wonderful Doctor, listens & very kind & understanding.

  • Feb 14, 2026
    Verified Review

    Smart, thorough and compassionate

  • Feb 5, 2026
    Verified Review

    Very thoughtful

  • Feb 5, 2026
    Verified Review

    Dr.Buffa put me ar ease during g my visit. Was very patient in listening to my questions and responding.

  • Feb 2, 2026
    Verified Review

    Very informative

  • Jan 24, 2026
    Verified Review

    Explains everything and very compassionate

  • Jan 24, 2026
    Verified Review

    He’s always professional, compassionate, and good at listening to my concerns and answering any questions I have.

  • Jan 14, 2026
    Verified Review

    Excellent caring provider

  • Jan 14, 2026
    Verified Review

    His excellent reputation

  • Jan 5, 2026
    Verified Review

    He's explains and caring

Page 1 of 5
  • About Peter D. Buffa, MD

    Dr. Peter D. Buffa is an internist with more than 20 years of experience. He provides comprehensive adult care and helps coordinate specialty services when needed.

    Philosophy of care

    Dr. Buffa values long-term relationships and continuity of care.

    Gender

    Male

    Board certifications

    American Board of Internal Medicine

    Licenses

    NY, 211481

    Employed or contracted

    Employed

    Network Name

    ProHealth

    NPI

    1790884344

  • Insurance accepted

    This may not reflect all insurance accepted by the provider and is for informational purposes only.

    • 1199
    • Aetna
    • Affinity
    • Anthem BCBS
    • CHN
    • Centivo
    • Cigna
    • Coventry
    • EmblemHealth
    • First Health
    • Humana
    • MagnaCare
    • Medicaid
    • Medicare
    • MultiPlan
    • NYSHIP
    • Northwell Direct
    • Oscar
    • Oxford
    • TRICARE
    • UHC
    • UMR
  • Medical School

    • State University Of New York Downstate Medical Ctr

    Residency

    • Montefiore Medical Center