FREDERICK S BUCKNER
NPI 1497845358
Internal Medicine - Infectious Disease in Seattle, WA

Active since October 13, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.09/100
CMS Quality Rating
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC ST, SEATTLE, WA 98195(206) 598-7600 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 30, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Frederick S Buckner NPPES

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

FREDERICK S BUCKNER (NPI 1497845358) is an individual infectious disease provider in Seattle, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD00029744) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Washington Medical Ctr, and is a graduate of University Of Washington School Of Medicine (1988).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497845358
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RI0200X
Provider Legal NameFREDERICK S BUCKNER
Location AddressUNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC STSeattle, WA 98195-6166
Mailing AddressPo Box 50095Seattle, WA 98145-5095 · (206) 543-6420
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Washington School Of MedicineGraduated 1988
Enumeration DateOctober 13, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 30, 2012
NPI 1497845358 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Infectious DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RI0200X
License Licensed in WA · MD00029744
Definition
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, Seattle, WA 98195

Other Identifiers 5

Medicare PIN000108183WA
Medicare UPING01211
Medicaid1497845358WA
Other0249378WI · L&i
Other821Internal Id-motor Vehicle Id

Accepted 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

Frederick S Buckner 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 ID7315130655
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101019001579
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.
22 services15 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
15 services12 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

University Of Washington Medical Ctr

Acute Care Hospitals · Seattle, WA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number500008
Location1959 NE Pacific St Box 356151Seattle, WA 98195 · King County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98195 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
$143.76 typical visit price
range $63.67 – $189.37
Typical copayment $35.94 (range $15.91 – $47.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$111.00 typical visit price
range $21.12 – $155.00
Typical copayment $27.75 (range $5.28 – $38.75)
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.

93.09/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality73.95
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
Neurological Surgery
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
Medical Genetics (Clinical Genetics (M.D.))
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
Anesthesiology
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR, 1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195

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 Frederick Buckner's NPI number?

The NPI number for Frederick Buckner is 1497845358. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 13, 2006.

Where is Frederick Buckner located?

Frederick Buckner practices at University Of Washington Medical Ctr 1959 NE Pacific St, Seattle, WA 98195. The listed phone number is (206) 598-7600.

What is Frederick Buckner's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Infectious Disease, with taxonomy code 207RI0200X.

Is Frederick Buckner enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Frederick Buckner 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 Frederick Buckner accept?

Health plans from PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Frederick Buckner 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 Frederick Buckner affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Frederick Buckner is affiliated with University Of Washington Medical Ctr.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Frederick Buckner was last updated on January 30, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.