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MR. JOHN ELWIN BUCKWALTER FNP-BC
NPI 1063512184
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Maricopa, AZ

Active since September 25, 2006PECOS Enrolled
89.09/100
CMS Quality Rating
17900 N PORTER RD, MARICOPA, AZ 85138(520) 233-2500(520) 233-2688 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 16, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 16, 2026, Mar 18, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Mr. John Elwin Buckwalter Fnp-bc NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

MR. JOHN ELWIN BUCKWALTER FNP-BC (NPI 1063512184) is an individual family provider in Maricopa, Arizona, licensed in Arizona (AP7376) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1063512184
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameMR. JOHN ELWIN BUCKWALTERCredential: FNP-BC
Location Address17900 N PORTER RDMaricopa, AZ 85138-4228
Mailing Address17900 N Porter RdMaricopa, AZ 85138-4228 · (520) 233-2500 · Fax (520) 233-2688
Fax(520) 233-2688
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateSeptember 25, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 16, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 16, 2026
NPI 1063512184 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License Licensed in AZ · AP7376
17900 N PORTER RD, Maricopa, AZ 85138

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid969114AZ

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Mr. John Elwin Buckwalter Fnp-bc is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID2860673357
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150204002481
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 3

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
87 services86 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
47 services47 patients
Automated urinalysis test 81003
An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.
23 services23 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 85138 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$85.89 typical visit price
range $55.44 – $168.60
Typical copayment $21.47 (range $13.86 – $42.15)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$98.00 typical visit price
range $17.72 – $137.41
Typical copayment $24.50 (range $4.43 – $34.35)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

89.09/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost63.63

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 15

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
17900 N PORTER RD
MARICOPA, AZ 85138
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
17900 N PORTER RD
MARICOPA, AZ 85138
Clinic/Center (Multi-Specialty)
17900 N PORTER RD
MARICOPA, AZ 85138
Pediatrics
17900 N PORTER RD
MARICOPA, AZ 85138
Pediatrics
17900 N PORTER RD
MARICOPA, AZ 85138
Family Medicine
17900 N PORTER RD
MARICOPA, AZ 85138
Pharmacist (Ambulatory Care)
17900 N PORTER RD
MARICOPA, AZ 85138
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
17900 N PORTER RD
MARICOPA, AZ 85138

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is John Buckwalter's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Buckwalter is 1063512184. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 25, 2006.

Where is John Buckwalter located?

John Buckwalter practices at 17900 N Porter Rd, Maricopa, AZ 85138. The listed phone number is (520) 233-2500.

What is John Buckwalter's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is John Buckwalter enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Buckwalter is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does John Buckwalter accept?

Health plans from Oscar Health Plan, Inc. list John Buckwalter as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Buckwalter was last updated on July 16, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 days ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.