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JOY B BUCHER MD
NPI 1265514822
Internal Medicine in Seattle, WA

Active since October 20, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1100 9TH AVE, SEATTLE, WA 98101(206) 583-2299 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 23, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Joy B Bucher Md NPPES

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

JOY B BUCHER MD (NPI 1265514822) is an individual internal medicine provider in Seattle, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD60022515) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of California, San Francisco School Of Medicine (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1265514822
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameJOY B BUCHERCredential: MD
Location Address1100 9TH AVESeattle, WA 98101-2756
Mailing Address1100 9th AveSeattle, WA 98101-2756 · (206) 515-5811
Phone(206) 583-2299
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, San Francisco School Of MedicineGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateOctober 20, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 23, 2015
✔ NPI 1265514822 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in WA · MD60022515
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
1100 9TH AVE, Seattle, WA 98101
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Other Identifiers 5

Medicare PIN8893316WA
OtherP00974410WA · Railroad Medicare
Medicaid1265514822WA
Medicare PING8899889WA
Medicare PING8900667WA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska, Providence Health Plan.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

Joy B Bucher 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 ID7618018326
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100104000152
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 6

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.
269 services169 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
136 services136 patients
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.
69 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.
49 services40 patients
Online digital evaluation and management service for an established patient for up to 7 days, total time 5-10 minutes 99421
This service involves a week-long digital assessment of your health status. It's conducted online by your healthcare provider, focusing on managing your existing health condition. The process takes 5-10 minutes of your time daily, ensuring optimal health management.
36 services31 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
30 services23 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Virginia Mason Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Seattle, WA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number500005
Location925 Seneca StSeattle, WA 98101 · King County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

University Of Washington Medical Ctr

Acute Care Hospitals · Seattle, WA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number500008
Location1959 NE Pacific St Box 356151Seattle, WA 98195 · King County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Swedish Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Seattle, WA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number500027
Location747 BroadwaySeattle, WA 98122 · King County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98101 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
$143.76 typical visit price
range $63.67 – $189.37
Typical copayment $35.94 (range $15.91 – $47.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$111.00 typical visit price
range $21.12 – $155.00
Typical copayment $27.75 (range $5.28 – $38.75)
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

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
8 suppliers15 claims43 services$6.29 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 20

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

JACLYN ANN SUBKOVIAK OT
Occupational Therapist
1100 9TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98101
King County (206) 341-0461
MARCIE G HUME PHARM.D.
Pharmacist
1100 9TH AVE, MS C3-PO
SEATTLE, WA 98101
King County (206) 223-6877
DR. VINAY GUPTA MD
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
1100 9TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98101
King County (206) 223-6980
MARY JO BUKOVIC CCP
Contractor
1100 9TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98101
King County (206) 223-6600
PEGAH SAFAEIAN D.O.
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
1100 9TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98101
King County (206) 223-6600
MRS. GENEVIEVE HOUDET-COTE SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
1100 9TH AVE, MS:H4-PMR
SEATTLE, WA 98101
King County (206) 341-0461
ROBERT DALE MCCLURE MD
Surgery
1100 9TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98101
King County (206) 223-6600
VIRGINIA MASON MEDICAL CENTER
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
1100 9TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98101
King County (206) 223-6600

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 Joy Bucher's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joy Bucher is 1265514822. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 20, 2006.

Where is Joy Bucher located?

Joy Bucher practices at 1100 9th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101. The listed phone number is (206) 583-2299.

What is Joy Bucher's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Joy Bucher enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joy Bucher 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 Joy Bucher accept?

Health plans from PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Joy Bucher 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 Joy Bucher affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joy Bucher is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center, University Of Washington Medical Ctr and Swedish Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joy Bucher was last updated on June 23, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.