Dr. Richard R. Valbuena DDS
Dentist
He is located at 1100 East 23rd Street in Lawrence, KS 66046. Can help patients with the following: Dental Crowns and Caps, Dental Exam and Cleaning, Dental Malocclusion, Oral Cancer Examination, Pericoronitis, Teeth Whitening. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437259082. Appointment can be made via the phone number (785) 856-8600. He is affiliated with 1 practices.
Conditions treated
Dr. Richard R. Valbuena, being an dentist, 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. Richard R. Valbuena.
- Bleeding Gums
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- Dental Bridges
- Dental Crowns and Caps
- Dental Emergency
- Dental Exam and Cleaning
- Dental Implants
- Dental Malocclusion
- Dentin Hypersensitivity
- Dentures
- Gum Disease / Gingivitis
- Invisalign
- Laser
- Oral Cancer Examination
- Pericoronitis
- Teeth Grinding
- Teeth Whitening
- Veneers
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Richard R. Valbuena as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc.
Network data as of Jul 21, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 9 plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| BlueCare EPO Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCare EPO Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCare EPO Gold Plus | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCare EPO Silver Plus | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCare EPO Simple Bronze HDHP | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCare EPO Simple Silver HDHP | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCare EPO Standardized Expanded Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCare EPO Standardized Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCare EPO Standardized Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
Dental plans
BEST Life
Network data as of Sep 8, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEST Life Essential Basic Dental Plan | PPO · Low | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BEST Life Essential Value Dental Plan | PPO · Low | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BEST Life Preferred Dental Plan | PPO · High | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BEST Life Superior Dental Plan | PPO · High | In Network | Accepting new patients |
TRUASSURE INSURANCE COMPANY
Network data as of Sep 11, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| TruAssure Basic Adult or Child Dental Plan | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| TruAssure Preferred Adult or Child Dental Plan | PPO · High | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| TruAssure Preventive Dental Plan | PPO · Low | Preferred | 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. Richard R. Valbuena is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Payments received
Drug payment
| Tulsa Dental Products | $613 |
| A-Dec | $564 |
| Dentsply | $14 |
Other
| Other | $1177 |
| Food and Beverage | $15 |
Looking for more Dentists?
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- Address: 306 East 23rd Street Lawrence, 66046, KS
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Questions & Answers
What conditions does Dr. Richard R. Valbuena treat?
Dr. Richard R. Valbuena provides treatment for Dental Crowns and Caps, Dental Exam and Cleaning, Dental Malocclusion, Oral Cancer Examination, Pericoronitis, Teeth Whitening. For the full list see this list.
Does Dr. Richard R. Valbuena accept insurance?
Dr. Richard R. Valbuena is listed in-network for 16 ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc., BEST Life, TRUASSURE INSURANCE COMPANY. See the Marketplace plans section for details.
Where can you meet with Dr. Richard R. Valbuena?
Dr. Richard R. Valbuena's office is located at 1100 East 23rd Street in Lawrence, KS 66046.
Does Dr. Richard R. Valbuena have affiliation with practices?
Dr. Richard R. Valbuena is affiliated with River Rock Family Dental PA.