WILLIAM F BUCHNER, JR. M.D.
NPI 1154304574
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Cleveland, TN

Active since November 21, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
80.38/100
CMS Quality Rating
2415 CHAMBLISS AVE NW, CLEVELAND, TN 37311(423) 559-2800(423) 559-0532 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 29, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About William F Buchner, Jr. M.d. NPPES

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

WILLIAM F BUCHNER, JR. M.D. (NPI 1154304574) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Cleveland, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (MD019707) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Tennova Health Care-cleveland, and is a graduate of University Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of Medicine (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154304574
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X
Provider Legal NameWILLIAM F BUCHNER, JR.Credential: M.D.
Location Address2415 CHAMBLISS AVE NWCleveland, TN 37311-3882
Mailing Address2415 Chambliss Ave NwCleveland, TN 37311-3882 · (423) 559-2800 · Fax (423) 559-0532
Fax(423) 559-0532
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of MedicineGraduated 1983
Enumeration DateNovember 21, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 29, 2026
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 29, 2026
NPI 1154304574 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RG0100X
License Licensed in TN · MD019707
Definition

An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.

2415 CHAMBLISS AVE NW, Cleveland, TN 37311

Other Identifiers 5

Other0092109TN · Blue Cross
OtherTN0101TN · John Deere
Medicaid3046168TN
Other5326379TN · Aetna
Other100003835TN · Railroad Medicare

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

William F Buchner, Jr. M.d. 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 ID7416955224
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110209000573
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 11

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.

Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.
155 services151 patients
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare 45385
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to examine the large bowel. If any abnormal growths or polyps are found, a tool called a mechanical snare is used to remove them. This is a common method to prevent potential health issues.
140 services140 patients
Insertion of guide wire with dilation of esophagus using a flexible endoscope 43248
This is a procedure where a thin tube, called an endoscope, is gently passed through your mouth into your esophagus. A guide wire is then inserted to help widen any narrow areas. This helps improve swallowing and reduce discomfort.
71 services65 patients
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45380
A biopsy of the large bowel using a flexible endoscope is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the rectum to examine the bowel. If abnormal tissue is found, a small sample is taken for further examination. This helps in diagnosing conditions like inflammation, polyps, or cancer.
54 services53 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.
48 services27 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.
29 services26 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Tennova Health Care-Cleveland

Acute Care Hospitals · Cleveland, TN
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number440185
Location2305 Chambliss Ave NWCleveland, TN 37311 · Bradley County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37311 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
$121.80 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $30.45 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$93.60 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $23.40 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
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.

80.38/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality65.56
Improvement Activities40
Cost80.52

Reported Quality Measures

Colorectal Cancer Screening
78%154 patients4/55-star benchmark: 88%
Controlling High Blood Pressure
44%84 patients2/55-star benchmark: 91%
Diabetes: Eye Exam
0%36 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
100%36 patients1/55-star benchmark: 91%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
78%481 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
81%161 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
19%256 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan
0%257 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented
23%233 patients2/55-star benchmark: 61%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients screened: 95% · 62 patients
90%62 patients
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 166 patients
Patients totalRate: 1% · 166 patients
1%166 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Enteral feeding supply kit; pump fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape B4035
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N
1 supplier14 claims357 services$6.14 avg. paid by Medicare
Enteral formula, nutritionally complete, calorically dense (equal to or greater than 1.5 kcal/ml) with intact nutrients, includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit B4152
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N
1 supplier14 claims8,485 services$0.32 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 8

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

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2415 CHAMBLISS AVE NW
CLEVELAND, TN 37311
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
2415 CHAMBLISS AVE NW
CLEVELAND, TN 37311
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
2415 CHAMBLISS AVE NW
CLEVELAND, TN 37311
Technician/Technologist (Optician)
2415 CHAMBLISS AVE NW
CLEVELAND, TN 37311
Nurse Practitioner
2415 CHAMBLISS AVE NW
CLEVELAND, TN 37311
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2415 CHAMBLISS AVE NW
CLEVELAND, TN 37311
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
2415 CHAMBLISS AVE NW
CLEVELAND, TN 37311
Eyewear Supplier
2415 CHAMBLISS AVE NW
CLEVELAND, TN 37311

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 William Buchner, Jr.'s NPI number?

The NPI number for William Buchner, Jr. is 1154304574. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 21, 2005.

Where is William Buchner, Jr. located?

William Buchner, Jr. practices at 2415 Chambliss Ave NW, Cleveland, TN 37311. The listed phone number is (423) 559-2800.

What is William Buchner, Jr.'s specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Is William Buchner, Jr. enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. William Buchner, Jr. 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 William Buchner, Jr. accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee and UnitedHealthcare list William Buchner, Jr. 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 William Buchner, Jr. affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, William Buchner, Jr. is affiliated with Tennova Health Care-Cleveland.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for William Buchner, Jr. was last updated on January 29, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.