ELIZABETH F BUCHER M.D.
NPI 1295995546
Dermatology - MOHS-Micrographic Surgery in Metairie, LA

Active since June 11, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
1615 METAIRIE RD, SUITE 101, METAIRIE, LA 70005(504) 644-4226 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 9, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Elizabeth F Bucher M.d. NPPES

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

ELIZABETH F BUCHER M.D. (NPI 1295995546) is an individual mohs-micrographic surgery provider in Metairie, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (207554) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1295995546
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207ND0101X
Provider Legal NameELIZABETH F BUCHERCredential: M.D.
Location Address1615 METAIRIE RD, SUITE 101Metairie, LA 70005-3974
Mailing Address1615 Metairie Rd, Suite 101Metairie, LA 70005-3974 · (504) 644-4226
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateJune 11, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 9, 2015
NPI 1295995546 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyDermatology · MOHS-Micrographic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ND0101X
License Licensed in LA · 207554
Definition

The highly-trained surgeons that perform Mohs Micrographic Surgery are specialists both in dermatology and pathology. With their extensive knowledge of the skin and unique pathological skills, they are able to remove only diseased tissue, preserving healthy tissue and minimizing the cosmetic impact of the surgery. Mohs surgeons who belong to the American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS) have completed a minimum of one year of fellowship training at one of the ACMS-approved training centers in the U.S.

Also ListedDermatologyTaxonomy 207N00000X · License 254251 (MA)
1615 METAIRIE RD, Metairie, LA 70005

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

Elizabeth F Bucher 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 ID6103067236
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150310000089, I20170728000098
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 12

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.

Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1-5 tissue blocks 17311
This procedure involves the careful removal of a growth from the head, neck, hands, or feet. The removed tissue, divided into 1-5 blocks, is then examined under a microscope to study its characteristics and determine the nature of the growth.
301 services249 patients
Complicated repair of wound of forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, underarms, genitals, hands, or feet, 2.6-7.5 cm 13132
This procedure involves the complex repair of a wound in areas like the forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, underarms, hands, or feet. The wound size ranges from 2.6-7.5 cm. The process includes cleaning, removing damaged tissue, and stitching the wound for proper healing.
126 services114 patients
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, each additional stage, 1-5 tissue blocks 17312
This procedure involves the careful removal of abnormal growths from the head, neck, hands, or feet. The removed tissues, divided into 1-5 blocks, are then examined under a microscope to identify any irregularities. The process may be carried out in multiple stages for thorough examination.
123 services96 patients
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of trunk, arms, or legs, 1-5 tissue blocks 17313
This procedure involves the removal of a growth from your trunk, arms, or legs. The removed tissue, divided into 1-5 blocks, is then examined under a microscope to identify any abnormalities. This helps in diagnosing and planning further treatment.
79 services67 patients
Complicated repair of wound of scalp, arms, or legs, 2.6-7.5 cm 13121
This is a procedure to repair a complex wound on your scalp, arm, or leg that is 2.6-7.5 cm long. It involves cleaning, removing damaged tissue, and stitching the wound to promote healing. It's performed under local or general anesthesia.
60 services55 patients
Intermediate repair of wound of scalp, underarms, trunk, arms, or legs, 2.6-7.5 cm 12032
This procedure involves the repair of a wound between 2.6-7.5 cm located on the scalp, underarms, trunk, arms, or legs. The process includes cleaning, debridement (removal of damaged tissue), and suturing (stitching) of the wound to promote healing.
46 services42 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70005 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
$86.76 typical visit price
range $55.50 – $170.30
Typical copayment $21.69 (range $13.87 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$69.44 typical visit price
range $17.42 – $138.03
Typical copayment $17.36 (range $4.35 – $34.50)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

Clinic/Center
1615 METAIRIE RD, SUITE 101
METAIRIE, LA 70005
Physical Therapist
1615 METAIRIE RD
METAIRIE, LA 70005
Orthopaedic Surgery
1615 METAIRIE RD
METAIRIE, LA 70005
Dermatology (MOHS-Micrographic Surgery)
1615 METAIRIE RD, SUITE 101
METAIRIE, LA 70005

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 Elizabeth Bucher's NPI number?

The NPI number for Elizabeth Bucher is 1295995546. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 11, 2008.

Where is Elizabeth Bucher located?

Elizabeth Bucher practices at 1615 Metairie Rd Suite 101, Metairie, LA 70005. The listed phone number is (504) 644-4226.

What is Elizabeth Bucher's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dermatology, specializing in MOHS-Micrographic Surgery, with taxonomy code 207ND0101X.

Is Elizabeth Bucher enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth Bucher accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, HMO Louisiana and UnitedHealthcare list Elizabeth 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Elizabeth Bucher was last updated on February 9, 2015. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.