DR. STEPHEN JOHN BUETOW M.D.
NPI 1386614717
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Ft Gordon, GA

Active since January 26, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
97.15/100
CMS Quality Rating
DDEAMC, DEPARTMENT OF RADIOLOGY, 300 HOSPITAL RD., FT GORDON, GA 30905(706) 787-2175 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Stephen John Buetow M.d. NPPES

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

DR. STEPHEN JOHN BUETOW M.D. (NPI 1386614717) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Ft Gordon, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (052151) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Joseph Hospital, and is a graduate of Georgetown University School Of Medicine (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1386614717
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameDR. STEPHEN JOHN BUETOWCredential: M.D.
Location AddressDDEAMC, DEPARTMENT OF RADIOLOGY, 300 HOSPITAL RD.Ft Gordon, GA 30905
Mailing Address4560 Juniper PlEvans, GA 30809-4538 · (706) 651-1472
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSGeorgetown University School Of MedicineGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateJanuary 26, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
NPI 1386614717 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
Licenses Licensed in GA · 052151 Licensed in SC · 23501 Licensed in MD · D55545
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
DDEAMC, DEPARTMENT OF RADIOLOGY, Ft Gordon, GA 30905

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

Dr. Stephen John Buetow 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 ID1658377197
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070522000695, I20110802000207
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 79

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.

Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml Q9967
Low osmolar contrast material with 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration is a diagnostic tool used in imaging procedures. It helps to enhance the visibility of specific areas in the body, aiding in accurate diagnosis. It's safe and generally well-tolerated by patients.
18,137 services194 patients
Injection, gadolinium-based magnetic resonance contrast agent, not otherwise specified (nos), per ml A9579
This is an MRI procedure where a gadolinium-based contrast agent is injected into your body. The agent enhances the images, making it easier to detect abnormalities. It's safe and side effects are rare. It's administered per milliliter as needed.
1,140 services69 patients
X-ray of chest, 1 view 71045
A chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.
282 services263 patients
Ct scan head or brain without contrast 70450
A CT scan of the head or brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your brain, skull, and other structures inside your head. It helps to detect conditions like strokes, tumors, or injuries. No dye (contrast) is used in this test.
171 services167 patients
X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046
A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.
128 services118 patients
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views 73564
An X-ray of the knee, 4 or more views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It involves capturing multiple images of your knee from different angles. This helps in diagnosing conditions such as fractures, arthritis, or infections. The procedure is quick and painless.
117 services101 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

St Joseph Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Bellingham, WA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number500030
Location2901 Squalicum ParkwayBellingham, WA 98225 · Whatcom County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Peacehealth United General Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Sedro Woolley, WA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number501329
Location2000 Hospital DriveSedro Woolley, WA 98284 · Skagit County
Emergency services

Peacehealth Peace Island Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Friday Harbor, WA
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number501340
Location1117 Spring StreetFriday Harbor, WA 98250 · San Juan County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30905 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
$83.23 typical visit price
range $53.31 – $164.04
Typical copayment $20.80 (range $13.32 – $41.01)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$66.89 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $133.24
Typical copayment $16.72 (range $4.17 – $33.31)
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.

97.15/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality96.69
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost86.57

Reported Quality Measures

Radiation Consideration for Adult CT: Utilization of Dose Lowering Techniques
Percentage of final reports for patients aged 18 years and older undergoing CT with documentation that one or more of the following dose reduction techniques were used: - Automated exposure control - Adjustment of the mA and/or kV according to patient size -…
99%674 patients
Radiology: Reminder System for Screening Mammograms
Percentage of patients undergoing a screening mammogram whose information is entered into a reminder system with a target due date for the next mammogram
100%210 patients
Radiology: Stenosis Measurement in Carotid Imaging Reports
Percentage of final reports for carotid imaging studies (neck magnetic resonance angiography [MRA], neck computed tomography angiography [CTA], neck duplex ultrasound, carotid angiogram) performed that include direct or indirect reference to measurements of…
98%108 patients
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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 Stephen Buetow's NPI number?

The NPI number for Stephen Buetow is 1386614717. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 26, 2006.

Where is Stephen Buetow located?

Stephen Buetow practices at Ddeamc, Department Of Radiology 300 Hospital Rd., Ft Gordon, GA 30905. The listed phone number is (706) 787-2175.

What is Stephen Buetow's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is Stephen Buetow enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Stephen Buetow 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.

Is Stephen Buetow affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Stephen Buetow is affiliated with St Joseph Hospital, Peacehealth United General Medical Center and Peacehealth Peace Island Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Stephen Buetow was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.