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SARAH LIVSEY BUFF FNP
NPI 1346971843
Nurse Practitioner in Lenoir, NC

Active since June 23, 2022PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1041 MORGANTON BLVD SW, LENOIR, NC 28645(828) 448-5698 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 23, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Sarah Livsey Buff Fnp NPPES

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

SARAH LIVSEY BUFF FNP (NPI 1346971843) is an individual nurse practitioner in Lenoir, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (BUFF-LWRVS) and active in the NPI registry since June 2022. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Frye Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2022).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1346971843
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363L00000X
Provider Legal NameSARAH LIVSEY BUFFCredential: FNP
Location Address1041 MORGANTON BLVD SWLenoir, NC 28645-5605
Mailing Address1735 Plantation LoopMorganton, NC 28655-6099 · (828) 448-5698
Phone(828) 448-5698
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2022
Enumeration DateJune 23, 2022
NPPES CertifiedJune 23, 2022
✔ NPI 1346971843 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363L00000X
License✔ Licensed in NC · BUFF-LWRVS
Definition
(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.
1041 MORGANTON BLVD SW, Lenoir, NC 28645
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee and more.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

Sarah Livsey Buff Fnp 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 ID9830574730
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220913002344
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.
65 services26 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.
53 services21 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Frye Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hickory, NC
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340116
Location420 N Center StHickory, NC 28601 · Catawba County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28645 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
$83.90 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 5

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

JOHN T MCCORMICK MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
1041 MORGANTON BLVD SW
LENOIR, NC 28645
Caldwell County (828) 758-8559
JONATHAN L HUFFMAN PT
Physical Therapist (Orthopedic)
1041 MORGANTON BLVD SW, SUITE 400
LENOIR, NC 28645
Caldwell County (828) 758-8559
NANCY E MORGAN M.D.
Family Medicine
1041 MORGANTON BLVD SW, SUITE 200
LENOIR, NC 28645
Caldwell County (828) 991-4660
JOHN R MAGGIORE M.D.
Family Medicine
1041 MORGANTON BLVD SW, SUITE 200
LENOIR, NC 28645
Caldwell County (828) 991-4660
JOHN H BOWEN M.D.
Family Medicine
1041 MORGANTON BLVD SW, SUITE 200
LENOIR, NC 28645
Caldwell County (828) 991-4660

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 Sarah Buff's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sarah Buff is 1346971843. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 23, 2022.

Where is Sarah Buff located?

Sarah Buff practices at 1041 Morganton Blvd SW, Lenoir, NC 28645. The listed phone number is (828) 448-5698.

What is Sarah Buff's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363L00000X.

Is Sarah Buff enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sarah Buff 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 Sarah Buff accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and UnitedHealthcare list Sarah Buff 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 Sarah Buff affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Sarah Buff is affiliated with Frye Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sarah Buff was last updated on June 23, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.