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BRIAN A BUCKLER MD
NPI 1154344398
Family Medicine in Grand Rapids, MI

Active since July 26, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1471 EAST BELTLINE, STE 201, GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49525(616) 685-8620(616) 447-7674 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 12, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Brian A Buckler Md NPPES

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

BRIAN A BUCKLER MD (NPI 1154344398) is an individual family medicine provider in Grand Rapids, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (4301084540) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Spectrum Health, and is a graduate of Wayne State University School Of Medicine (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154344398
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameBRIAN A BUCKLERCredential: MD
Location Address1471 EAST BELTLINE, STE 201Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Mailing Address245 State St Se, Ste 228Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Phone(616) 685-8620
Fax(616) 447-7674
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWayne State University School Of MedicineGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateJuly 26, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 12, 2012
✔ NPI 1154344398 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in MI · 4301084540
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.

1471 EAST BELTLINE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
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Other Identifiers 1

Other381360529MI · Tax Id

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, Priority Health.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Brian A Buckler Md 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 ID7810993409
PECOS Enrollment IDI20061004000270
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 moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
95 services62 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.
37 services33 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
23 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Spectrum Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Grand Rapids, MI
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number230038
Location100 Michigan St NEGrand Rapids, MI 49503 · Kent County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mercy Health Saint Mary's

Acute Care Hospitals · Grand Rapids, MI
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number230059
Location200 Jefferson Avenue SEGrand Rapids, MI 49503 · Kent County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 49525 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
$84.74 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.68
Typical copayment $21.18 (range $13.58 – $41.67)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$96.44 typical visit price
range $17.09 – $135.40
Typical copayment $24.11 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

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

Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers12 claims72 services$1.98 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$14.24 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$64.07 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$185.34 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Brian Buckler's NPI number?

The NPI number for Brian Buckler is 1154344398. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 26, 2006.

Where is Brian Buckler located?

Brian Buckler practices at 1471 East Beltline Ste 201, Grand Rapids, MI 49525. The listed phone number is (616) 685-8620.

What is Brian Buckler's specialty?

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

Is Brian Buckler enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Brian Buckler 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 Brian Buckler accept?

Health plans from Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company and Priority Health list Brian Buckler 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 Brian Buckler affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Brian Buckler is affiliated with Spectrum Health and Mercy Health Saint Mary's.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Brian Buckler was last updated on September 12, 2012. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.