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DR. COLLEEN L BUCHINGER M.D.
NPI 1275535841
Hospitalist in N Kansas City, MO

Active since August 12, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2700 CLAY EDWARDS DR, SUITE 240, N KANSAS CITY, MO 64116(816) 455-0681(816) 455-5294 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 30, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Colleen L Buchinger M.d. NPPES

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

DR. COLLEEN L BUCHINGER M.D. (NPI 1275535841) is an individual hospitalist provider in N Kansas City, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (112735) and active in the NPI registry since August 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with North Kansas City Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Missouri, Columbia School Of Medicine (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1275535841
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. COLLEEN L BUCHINGERCredential: M.D.
Location Address2700 CLAY EDWARDS DR, SUITE 240N Kansas City, MO 64116-3251
Mailing Address9411 N Oak Trfy Ste Ll1Kansas City, MO 64155-2262 · (816) 691-1655 · Fax (816) 455-5294
Phone(816) 455-0681
Fax(816) 455-5294
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Missouri, Columbia School Of MedicineGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateAugust 12, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMay 30, 2023
NPPES CertifiedMay 30, 2023
✔ NPI 1275535841 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
License✔ Licensed in MO · 112735
Definition

Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License MD112735 (MO)
2700 CLAY EDWARDS DR, N Kansas City, MO 64116
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid1275535841MO
Medicaid205191802MO

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City.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

Dr. Colleen L Buchinger 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 ID7113010323
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070904000664
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 10

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 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.
473 services209 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.
154 services88 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.
101 services99 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
84 services82 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.
79 services47 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
71 services70 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

North Kansas City Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · North Kansas City, MO
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number260096
Location2800 Clay Edwards DriveNorth Kansas City, MO 64116 · Clay County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 64116 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
$127.61 typical visit price
range $55.29 – $168.52
Typical copayment $31.90 (range $13.82 – $42.13)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$97.82 typical visit price
range $17.60 – $137.20
Typical copayment $24.45 (range $4.40 – $34.30)
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 2

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers22 claims22 services$15.50 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
2 suppliers22 claims22 services$68.71 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.

DR. IRIS ACOSTA COMES M.D.
Hospitalist
2700 CLAY EDWARDS DR, SUITE 240
NORTH KANSAS CITY, MO 64116
Clay County (816) 455-0681
DR. NICHOLAS ANDREW SZILAGYE MD
Internal Medicine
2700 CLAY EDWARDS DR, SUITE 400
NORTH KANSAS CITY, MO 64116
Clay County (816) 421-4240
MERITAS HEALTH CORPORATION
Pediatrics
2700 CLAY EDWARDS DR, SUITE 500
N KANSAS CITY, MO 64116
Clay County (816) 421-4115
DR. VARAPORN TREEMANEEKARN D.O.
Internal Medicine
2700 CLAY EDWARDS DR, SUITE 400
NORTH KANSAS CITY, MO 64116
Clay County (816) 421-4240
DR. MARK ERNEST GORDON MD
Internal Medicine
2700 CLAY EDWARDS DR, SUITE 400
NORTH KANSAS CITY, MO 64116
Clay County (816) 421-4240
DR. MICHAEL WARD RAYBOULD MD
Internal Medicine
2700 CLAY EDWARDS DR, SUITE 400
NORTH KANSAS CITY, MO 64116
Clay County (816) 421-4240
DR. MARY ELIZABETH THOMAS MD
Anesthesiology (Hospice and Palliative Medicine)
2700 CLAY EDWARDS DR, SUITE 400
NORTH KANSAS CITY, MO 64116
Clay County (816) 421-4240
KRISTEN AYANA JACOBS MD
Pediatrics
2700 CLAY EDWARDS DR, SUITE 500
NORTH KANSAS CITY, MO 64116
Clay County (816) 421-4115

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 Colleen Buchinger's NPI number?

The NPI number for Colleen Buchinger is 1275535841. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 12, 2005.

Where is Colleen Buchinger located?

Colleen Buchinger practices at 2700 Clay Edwards Dr Suite 240, N Kansas City, MO 64116. The listed phone number is (816) 455-0681.

What is Colleen Buchinger's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Is Colleen Buchinger enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Colleen Buchinger 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 Colleen Buchinger accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City list Colleen Buchinger 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 Colleen Buchinger affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Colleen Buchinger is affiliated with North Kansas City Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Colleen Buchinger was last updated on May 30, 2023. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.