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CHARLES N BUSER M.D.
NPI 1366736373
Family Medicine in Hood River, OR

Active since June 07, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
91.22/100
CMS Quality Rating
1021 JUNE ST, HOOD RIVER, OR 97031(541) 386-2204 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 15, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 15, 2021, Feb 17, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Charles N Buser M.d. NPPES

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

CHARLES N BUSER M.D. (NPI 1366736373) is an individual family medicine provider in Hood River, Oregon, licensed in Oregon (MD164784) and active in the NPI registry since June 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mid-columbia Medical Center, and is a graduate of Oregon Health Sciences University School Of Medicine (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1366736373
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameCHARLES N BUSERCredential: M.D.
Location Address1021 JUNE STHood River, OR 97031-1516
Mailing Address1749 Belmont AveHood River, OR 97031-1655
Phone(541) 386-2204
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOregon Health Sciences University School Of MedicineGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateJune 7, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 15, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 15, 2021
✔ NPI 1366736373 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in OR · MD164784
Definition

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X · License PG155510 (OR)
1021 JUNE ST, Hood River, OR 97031
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid500667680OR

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include BridgeSpan Health Company, PacificSource Health Plans, Providence Health Plan and more.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

Charles N Buser 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 ID8426299744
PECOS Enrollment IDI20140321000289
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 9

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.

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.
135 services135 patients
Annual alcohol misuse screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0442
An annual alcohol misuse screening is a 15-minute check-up to assess your drinking habits. It helps identify if you're consuming alcohol in a way that could harm your health. This is not a judgment, but a tool to promote your wellbeing.
123 services123 patients
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.
94 services49 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.
89 services62 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.
73 services52 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.
38 services37 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Mid-Columbia Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · The Dalles, OR
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number380001
Location1700 E 19th StreetThe Dalles, OR 97058 · Wasco County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Hood River, OR
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number381318
Location810 12th StreetHood River, OR 97031 · Hood River County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Good Shepherd Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Hermiston, OR
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number381325
Location610 NW 11th StreetHermiston, OR 97838 · Umatilla County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Klickitat Valley Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Goldendale, WA
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number501316
Location310 South Roosevelt StGoldendale, WA 98620 · Klickitat County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 97031 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
$84.82 typical visit price
range $54.96 – $166.64
Typical copayment $21.20 (range $13.74 – $41.66)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$97.16 typical visit price
range $17.68 – $136.19
Typical copayment $24.29 (range $4.42 – $34.04)
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.

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.

91.22/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality85.34
Improvement Activities40
Cost90.3

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 5

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
4 suppliers14 claims34 services$6.25 avg. paid by Medicare
Arformoterol, inhalation solution, fda approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, 15 micrograms J7605
DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N
1 supplier12 claims720 services$4.67 avg. paid by Medicare
Budesonide, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, up to 0.5 mg J7626
DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG000N
1 supplier12 claims720 services$0.82 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
3 suppliers18 claims18 services$185.39 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); per 30 days Q0513
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$26.07 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 9

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

RICHARD P STARRETT MD
Family Medicine
1021 JUNE ST, SUITE 103
HOOD RIVER, OR 97031
Hood River County (541) 386-0007
CLARABEL DELEON PA-C
Physician Assistant (Medical)
1021 JUNE ST
HOOD RIVER, OR 97031
Hood River County (541) 386-3626
MR. ROBERT JAMES FISKE PA-C
Physician Assistant
1021 JUNE ST
HOOD RIVER, OR 97031
Hood River County (541) 386-3626
LAURA A STARRETT MD
Family Medicine
1021 JUNE ST, SUITE 103
HOOD RIVER, OR 97031
Hood River County (541) 386-0007
JAMES M. BRAUER MD
Family Medicine
1021 JUNE ST
HOOD RIVER, OR 97031
Hood River County (541) 386-3883
LISA PEARSON MD
Family Medicine
1021 JUNE ST
HOOD RIVER, OR 97031
Hood River County (541) 386-3883
LAURA A STARRETT MD & RICHARD P STARRETT MD
Family Medicine
1021 JUNE ST
HOOD RIVER, OR 97031
Hood River County (541) 386-0007
SUMMIT FAMILY MEDICINE - LLC
Family Medicine
1021 JUNE ST
HOOD RIVER, OR 97031
Hood River County (541) 386-2204

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 Charles Buser's NPI number?

The NPI number for Charles Buser is 1366736373. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 7, 2011.

Where is Charles Buser located?

Charles Buser practices at 1021 June St, Hood River, OR 97031. The listed phone number is (541) 386-2204.

What is Charles Buser's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Charles Buser enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Charles Buser 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 Charles Buser accept?

Health plans from BridgeSpan Health Company, PacificSource Health Plans, Providence Health Plan and Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon list Charles Buser 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 Charles Buser affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Charles Buser is affiliated with Mid-Columbia Medical Center, Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital, Good Shepherd Medical Center and Klickitat Valley Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Charles Buser was last updated on February 15, 2021. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.