DR. ROBERT O BUSE JR. M.D.
NPI 1497795157
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Louisville, KY

Q: What is Robert Buse's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert Buse is 1497795157. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 8, 2006.

Q: What is Robert Buse's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Robert Buse was last updated on July 13, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.

Active since June 08, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

87.97/100

CMS Quality Rating

4000 KRESGE WAY, LOUISVILLE, KY 40207(502) 897-8121 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Dr. Robert O Buse Jr. M.d. NPPES

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

DR. ROBERT O BUSE JR. M.D. (NPI 1497795157) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Louisville, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (30381) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Jewish Hospital & St Mary's Healthcare, and is a graduate of University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497795157

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X

Provider Legal NameDR. ROBERT O BUSE JR.Credential: M.D.

Location Address4000 KRESGE WAYLouisville, KY 40207-4605

Mailing Address702 Executive ParkLouisville, KY 40207-4207

Phone(502) 897-8121

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Cincinnati College Of MedicineGraduated 1992

Enumeration DateJune 8, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2021

NPPES CertifiedJuly 13, 2021

✔ NPI 1497795157 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2085R0202X

License✔ Licensed in KY · 30381

Definition

A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.

4000 KRESGE WAY, Louisville, KY 40207

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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid64303811KY

Other300085642GA · Medicare Railroad

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. Robert O Buse Jr. 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 ID9335238039

PECOS Enrollment IDI20100621000163

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 41

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.

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.

699 services640 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.

236 services234 patients

Ct scan of upper spine without contrast 72125

A CT scan of the upper spine without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test that uses X-rays to capture detailed images of your neck and upper back. It helps in identifying issues like fractures, tumors, or infections. No dye (contrast) is used in this scan.

181 services177 patients

Mri scan of brain before and after contrast 70553

An MRI scan of the brain, both before and after contrast, helps visualize different brain structures. Initially, images are taken without a contrast agent. Then, a safe dye is injected which helps highlight certain areas, providing clearer, more detailed images.

168 services163 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.

158 services156 patients

Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast 72148

An MRI scan of the lower spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to produce detailed images of your lower spine. This helps identify issues like disc problems, tumors, or nerve conditions. No dye is used.

148 services147 patients

Mri scan of brain before and after contrast 70553

144 services141 patients

Ct scan of blood vessels of head with contrast 70496

A CT scan of the head's blood vessels with contrast is a diagnostic procedure. A special dye (contrast) is injected into your body to make the blood vessels visible on the scan. This helps identify issues like blockages or abnormalities in your head's blood vessels.

122 services119 patients

Ct scan of blood vessels of neck with contrast 70498

A CT scan of the neck's blood vessels with contrast is a diagnostic procedure. It uses X-rays and a special dye to create detailed images of your neck's blood vessels. This helps doctors detect issues such as blockages or abnormalities.

117 services114 patients

Mri scan of brain without contrast 70551

An MRI scan of the brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your brain. It helps in detecting abnormalities like tumors, stroke, inflammation, or infection.

106 services106 patients

Ct scan of lower spine without contrast 72131

A CT scan of the lower spine without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses X-rays to create detailed images of your lower back area, helping to detect conditions like fractures, infections, or tumors. It's painless and generally quick.

79 services78 patients

Mri scan of upper spinal canal without contrast 72141

An MRI scan of the upper spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your upper spine. This helps doctors identify issues such as injuries, infections or diseases. No dye is used.

65 services65 patients

X-ray of knee, 1-2 views 73560

An X-ray of the knee with 1-2 views is a quick, painless test that produces images of the knee bones. It helps identify fractures, infections, or changes in the knee joint. During the procedure, you'll be asked to stay still while the X-ray machine captures the images.

58 services55 patients

Ct scan head or brain without contrast 70450

55 services54 patients

Ct scan of blood vessels of head with contrast 70496

54 services53 patients

Mri scan of brain without contrast 70551

53 services53 patients

Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast 72148

52 services52 patients

Mri scan of lower spinal canal before and after contrast 72158

An MRI scan of the lower spinal canal with contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses magnetic fields to generate detailed images of your lower spine. A contrast agent is injected to enhance these images, helping doctors see issues more clearly.

49 services49 patients

Ct scan of blood vessels of neck with contrast 70498

47 services46 patients

Mri scan of lower spinal canal before and after contrast 72158

46 services46 patients

X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046

37 services37 patients

Ct scan of face without contrast 70486

A CT scan of the face without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your face, including bones, soft tissues, and blood vessels. It's often used to diagnose diseases, injuries, or abnormalities. No contrast dye is used in this procedure.

35 services35 patients

Ct scan of soft tissue of neck with contrast 70491

A CT scan of the neck with contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. A special dye is administered to highlight the soft tissues in your neck, making them easier to see. This helps detect issues like infections, tumors, or other abnormalities.

30 services29 patients

Ct scan of lower spine without contrast 72131

26 services26 patients

Mri scan of upper spinal canal without contrast 72141

25 services25 patients

X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views 73030

An X-ray of the shoulder, with a minimum of 2 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of your shoulder bones. This helps in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The procedure is quick and painless.

25 services25 patients

Mri scan of middle spinal canal without contrast 72146

An MRI scan of the middle spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of your spine. This helps doctors identify any abnormalities or issues in your spinal canal. No dye is used in this procedure.

23 services23 patients

Ct scan of middle spine without contrast 72128

A CT scan of the middle spine without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your mid-spine area. This scan helps doctors identify issues like fractures, tumors, or infections. No dye is used in this procedure.

20 services19 patients

Ct scan of face without contrast 70486

19 services19 patients

Ct scan of soft tissue of neck with contrast 70491

19 services19 patients

Mri scan of blood vessels of head without contrast 70544

An MRI scan of the head's blood vessels without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the blood vessels in your head. This helps doctors diagnose conditions such as stroke, aneurysm, or other vascular disorders.

18 services18 patients

Mri scan of upper spinal canal before and after contrast 72156

An MRI scan of the upper spinal canal before and after contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of your spine. Contrast dye is injected to enhance these images, providing clearer visuals for accurate diagnosis.

18 services18 patients

Mri scan of upper spinal canal before and after contrast 72156

18 services18 patients

Ct scan of head or brain before and after contrast 70470

A CT scan of the head or brain uses special X-ray equipment to create detailed images of your brain's structure. Before and after contrast means two scans are done. Initially, images are taken without a contrast dye. Then, a dye is given to highlight certain areas, providing a clearer picture.

17 services17 patients

Mri scan of blood vessels of head without contrast 70544

17 services17 patients

Ct scan of upper spine without contrast 72125

17 services16 patients

Mri scan of middle spinal canal without contrast 72146

17 services17 patients

X-ray of hip, 2-3 views 73502

An X-ray of the hip with 2-3 views is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce pictures of the hip joint. These images help in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The process is quick and painless.

16 services16 patients

Mri scan of middle spinal canal before and after contrast 72157

An MRI scan of the middle spinal canal with contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your spine, both before and after a contrast dye is injected. The dye helps to highlight certain structures, providing a clearer picture for diagnosis.

15 services15 patients

Mri scan of middle spinal canal before and after contrast 72157

14 services14 patients

X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views 72110

An X-ray of the lower and sacral spine involves capturing images of your lower back and tailbone area. It helps in identifying issues like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. At least four different angles or 'views' are taken to get a comprehensive picture.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Jewish Hospital & St Mary's Healthcare

Acute Care Hospitals · Louisville, KY

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number180040

Location200 Abraham Flexner WayLouisville, KY 40202 · Jefferson County

Emergency services

Norton Hospitals, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Louisville, KY

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number180088

Location200 East Chestnut StreetLouisville, KY 40202 · Jefferson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Baptist Health Louisville

Acute Care Hospitals · Louisville, KY

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number180130

Location4000 Kresge WayLouisville, KY 40207 · Jefferson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Baptist Health Lagrange

Acute Care Hospitals · La Grange, KY

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number180138

Location1025 New Moody LaneLa Grange, KY 40031 · Oldham County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 40207 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

$82.24 typical visit price

range $52.76 – $162.27

Typical copayment $20.56 (range $13.19 – $40.56)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$66.24 typical visit price

range $16.53 – $131.99

Typical copayment $16.56 (range $4.13 – $32.99)

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.

87.97/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

85.84

Improvement Activities

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

ERIC D ELDER PAC

Physician Assistant

4000 KRESGE WAY
LOUISVILLE, KY 40207

Jefferson County (502) 899-7646

TERESA O. KRAUS CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

4000 KRESGE WAY
LOUISVILLE, KY 40207

Jefferson County (502) 473-2132

ANITA ROSE FEATHERS CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

4000 KRESGE WAY
LOUISVILLE, KY 40207

Jefferson County (502) 473-2132

PETER S LANSING MD

Anesthesiology

4000 KRESGE WAY
LOUISVILLE, KY 40207

Jefferson County (502) 259-5391

DR. CHRISTOPHER M KAUFFMANN MD

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)

4000 KRESGE WAY, PATHOLOGY DEPT
LOUISVILLE, KY 40207

Jefferson County (502) 897-8226

MRS. NANCY C BURGESS APRN

Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)

4000 KRESGE WAY
LOUISVILLE, KY 40207

Jefferson County (502) 897-8281

LOUISVILLE EMERGENCY MEDICINE ASSOCIATES, PSC

Physician Assistant

4000 KRESGE WAY
LOUISVILLE, KY 40207

Jefferson County (502) 899-7646

SHIRLEY J MEREDITH, MD, PLLC

Internal Medicine

4000 KRESGE WAY, BAPTIST EAST WOUND CARE CENTER
LOUISVILLE, KY 40207

Jefferson County (502) 259-4470

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 Robert Buse's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert Buse is 1497795157. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 8, 2006.

Where is Robert Buse located?

Robert Buse practices at 4000 Kresge Way, Louisville, KY 40207. The listed phone number is (502) 897-8121.

What is Robert Buse's specialty?

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

Is Robert Buse enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Robert Buse 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 Robert Buse affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Robert Buse is affiliated with Jewish Hospital & St Mary's Healthcare, Norton Hospitals, Inc, Baptist Health Louisville and Baptist Health Lagrange.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Robert Buse was last updated on July 13, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.