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DR. SUSAN BUCHAN PHD
NPI 1356502207
Psychologist - Clinical in Merced, CA

Active since June 23, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
838 W 19TH ST, MERCED, CA 95340(209) 381-0438 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 30, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 30, 2026, Jun 24, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Susan Buchan Phd NPPES

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

DR. SUSAN BUCHAN PHD (NPI 1356502207) is an individual clinical provider in Merced, California, licensed in California (15833) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1356502207
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy103TC0700X
Provider Legal NameDR. SUSAN BUCHANCredential: PHD
Location Address838 W 19TH STMerced, CA 95340-4609
Mailing Address4035 Strolling CtMerced, CA 95340-8104 · (209) 381-0438
Phone(209) 381-0438
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateJune 23, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 30, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 30, 2026
✔ NPI 1356502207 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychologist · ClinicalBehavioral Health & Social Service Providers
Taxonomy Code103TC0700X
License✔ Licensed in CA · 15833
Definition
A psychologist who provides continuing and comprehensive mental and behavioral health care for individuals and families; consultation to agencies and communities; training, education and supervision; and research-based practice. It is a specialty in breadth -- one that is broadly inclusive of severe psychopathology -- and marked by comprehensiveness and integration of knowledge and skill from a broad array of disciplines within and outside of psychology proper. The scope of clinical psychology encompasses all ages, multiple diversities and varied systems.
838 W 19TH ST, Merced, CA 95340
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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. Susan Buchan Phd 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 ID6204253933
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200829000150
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.

Psychotherapy, 1 hour 90837
Psychotherapy is a therapeutic interaction or treatment between a trained professional and a patient. In a 1-hour session, you'll talk about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors to help identify and manage mental health issues. This process aids in personal growth, healing, and improved well-being.
372 services11 patients
Psychotherapy, 45 minutes 90834
Psychotherapy is a treatment method where you converse with a therapist about your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. In a 45-minute session, the therapist assists you in understanding and managing your mental health concerns, improving emotional wellness, and promoting personal growth.
88 services12 patients
Psychotherapy, 30 minutes 90832
Psychotherapy is a therapeutic interaction or treatment between a trained professional and a patient. In a 30-minute session, the therapist helps you explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviors to better understand yourself and manage life's challenges.
78 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 95340 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
$176.60 typical visit price
range $58.87 – $176.60
Typical copayment $44.15 (range $14.71 – $44.15)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$103.36 typical visit price
range $19.28 – $144.60
Typical copayment $25.84 (range $4.82 – $36.15)
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

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

DR. SUSAN BUCHAN, PHD, PSYCHOLOGIST INC.
Psychologist (Clinical)
838 W 19TH ST
MERCED, CA 95340
Merced County (120) 938-1043

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 Susan Buchan's NPI number?

The NPI number for Susan Buchan is 1356502207. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 23, 2008.

Where is Susan Buchan located?

Susan Buchan practices at 838 W 19th St, Merced, CA 95340. The listed phone number is (209) 381-0438.

What is Susan Buchan's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychologist, specializing in Clinical, with taxonomy code 103TC0700X.

Is Susan Buchan enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Susan Buchan 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Susan Buchan was last updated on January 30, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 months 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.