JOHN R VAN BUSKIRK DO
NPI 1124046404
Family Medicine in Tacoma, WA

Active since July 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
521 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY, TACOMA, WA 98405(253) 403-2900 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 10, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About John R Van Buskirk Do NPPES

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

JOHN R VAN BUSKIRK DO (NPI 1124046404) is an individual family medicine provider in Tacoma, Washington, licensed in Washington (OP00000988) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital, and is a graduate of College Of Osteo Med Of The Pacific At Pomona (1982).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1124046404
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameJOHN R VAN BUSKIRKCredential: DO
Location Address521 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAYTacoma, WA 98405-4238
Mailing AddressPo Box 5299Tacoma, WA 98415-0299 · (253) 403-2933
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSCollege Of Osteo Med Of The Pacific At PomonaGraduated 1982
Enumeration DateJuly 17, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 10, 2010
NPI 1124046404 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License Licensed in WA · OP00000988
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
521 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY, Tacoma, WA 98405

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

John R Van Buskirk Do 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 ID2264419910
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040701000490
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 5

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.

Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
42 services39 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.
36 services35 patients
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.
24 services21 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.
24 services17 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.
20 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Tacoma, WA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number500129
Location315 S Mlk Jr WayTacoma, WA 98405 · Pierce County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98405 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
$88.29 typical visit price
range $57.27 – $172.80
Typical copayment $22.07 (range $14.31 – $43.20)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$100.78 typical visit price
range $18.56 – $141.11
Typical copayment $25.19 (range $4.64 – $35.27)
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.

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.

Obstetrics & Gynecology
521 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY
TACOMA, WA 98405
Family Medicine
521 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY
TACOMA, WA 98405
Family Medicine
521 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY
TACOMA, WA 98405
Family Medicine
521 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY
TACOMA, WA 98405
Family Medicine
521 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY
TACOMA, WA 98405
Family Medicine
521 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY
TACOMA, WA 98405
Obstetrics & Gynecology
521 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY
TACOMA, WA 98405
Family Medicine
521 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY, TACOMA FAMILY MEDICINE
TACOMA, WA 98405

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 Van Buskirk's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Van Buskirk is 1124046404. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 17, 2006.

Where is John Van Buskirk located?

John Van Buskirk practices at 521 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Tacoma, WA 98405. The listed phone number is (253) 403-2900.

What is John Van Buskirk's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is John Van Buskirk enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Van Buskirk 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 Van Buskirk accept?

Health plans from PacificSource Health Plans and Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska list John Van Buskirk 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.

Is John Van Buskirk affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Van Buskirk is affiliated with Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Van Buskirk was last updated on September 10, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.