DR. JOSEPH F BUELL MD
NPI 1083682009
Surgery in New Orleans, LA

Active since March 08, 2006PECOS Enrolled
1415 TULANE AVE, HC-20, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112(504) 988-5110(504) 988-0644 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 27, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 27, 2022, Jan 4, 2022, Jan 29, 2019 (3 updates tracked since 2019).

About Dr. Joseph F Buell Md NPPES

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

DR. JOSEPH F BUELL MD (NPI 1083682009) is an individual surgery provider in New Orleans, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (203586) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1083682009
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOSEPH F BUELLCredential: MD
Location Address1415 TULANE AVE, HC-20New Orleans, LA 70112-2600
Mailing Address50 Schenck Pkwy, Provider EnrollmentAsheville, NC 28803-3499 · (828) 651-6427
Fax(504) 988-0644
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateMarch 8, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 27, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 27, 2022
NPI 1083682009 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License Licensed in LA · 203586
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Also ListedTransplant SurgeryTaxonomy 204F00000X · License 203586 (LA)
1415 TULANE AVE, New Orleans, LA 70112

Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 114 Medical Park DrAsheville, NC 28803-2493 · Phone (828) 252-3366 · Fax (828) 258-0891
Location 21 Hospital Dr Ste 3400Asheville, NC 28801-4550 · Phone (828) 252-3366 · Fax (828) 258-0891
Location 321 Hospital DrAsheville, NC 28801-4550 · Phone (828) 213-2430 · Fax (828) 258-0891

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid2100386LA

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 (PECOS)

Dr. Joseph F Buell Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 7

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.

Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
286 services90 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
66 services58 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
47 services20 patients
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.
33 services18 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
33 services14 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
26 services25 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70112 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
$86.76 typical visit price
range $55.50 – $170.30
Typical copayment $21.69 (range $13.87 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$69.44 typical visit price
range $17.42 – $138.03
Typical copayment $17.36 (range $4.35 – $34.50)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Pediatrics (Pediatric Infectious Diseases)
1415 TULANE AVE
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Surgery
1415 TULANE AVE
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Rehabilitation Unit
1415 TULANE AVE
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Orthopaedic Surgery
1415 TULANE AVE
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Registered Nurse
1415 TULANE AVE
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1415 TULANE AVE
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Family Medicine
1415 TULANE AVE
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
General Acute Care Hospital
1415 TULANE AVE
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112

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 Joseph Buell's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Buell is 1083682009. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 8, 2006.

Where is Joseph Buell located?

Joseph Buell practices at 1415 Tulane Ave Hc-20, New Orleans, LA 70112. The listed phone number is (504) 988-5110.

What is Joseph Buell's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Joseph Buell enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Buell is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Joseph Buell accept?

Health plans from AmeriHealth Caritas Next and Oscar Insurance Company list Joseph Buell 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 Joseph Buell was last updated on January 27, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years 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.