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HARRY W BUCHANAN IV M.D.
NPI 1538246756
Ophthalmology in Allentown, PA

Active since November 01, 2006PECOS Enrolled
5.54/100
CMS Quality Rating
400 N 17TH ST, SUITE 200, ALLENTOWN, PA 18104(610) 433-2021(610) 433-7856 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 3, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Harry W Buchanan Iv M.d. NPPES

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

HARRY W BUCHANAN IV M.D. (NPI 1538246756) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Allentown, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD029484E) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1538246756
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameHARRY W BUCHANAN IVCredential: M.D.
Location Address400 N 17TH ST, SUITE 200Allentown, PA 18104
Mailing Address400 N 17th St, Suite 200Allentown, PA 18104 · (610) 433-2021 · Fax (610) 433-7856
Phone(610) 433-2021
Fax(610) 433-7856
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateNovember 1, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 3, 2009
✔ NPI 1538246756 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License✔ Licensed in PA · MD029484E
Definition

An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.

400 N 17TH ST, Allentown, PA 18104
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Other Identifiers 6

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified4353445MGPA
Other03168201PA · Blue Cross
Other435344PA · Blue Shield
Medicaid1028623PA
Medicare UPINB41787
Medicare NSC0196140001PA

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 (PECOS)

Harry W Buchanan Iv M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 8

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 problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
502 services282 patients
Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
271 services249 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
40 services40 patients
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66984
This is a procedure where a cloudy lens in your eye, known as a cataract, is removed. After removal, a clear artificial lens is inserted. This helps to restore your vision, enabling you to see clearly again.
37 services28 patients
New patient complete exam of visual system 92004
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
31 services31 patients
Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser 66821
This procedure, known as YAG laser capsulotomy, treats cloudiness in the lens capsule following cataract surgery. A laser is used to create a small hole in the cloudy capsule, allowing light to pass through and restore clear vision. It's a quick, painless procedure.
21 services20 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 18104 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
$126.34 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $31.58 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.36 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $17.09 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
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.

5.54/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality0
Improvement Activities0
Cost18.49

Reported Quality Measures

Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
86%69 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
82%386 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
96%386 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 0% · 283 patients
0%283 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
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.

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.

LINDA J. KUGLER CRNP
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
400 N 17TH ST
ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
Lehigh County (610) 402-9099
ARNOLD HARVEY SLYPER MD
Pediatrics (Pediatric Endocrinology)
400 N 17TH ST
ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
Lehigh County (484) 664-2450
ROBERT KIESEL MD
Ophthalmology
400 N 17TH ST, SUITE 200
ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
Lehigh County (610) 433-2021
HARRY W BUCHANAN IV MD
Ophthalmology
400 N 17TH ST, SUITE 200
ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
Lehigh County (610) 433-2021
MICHELE M FELIX LCSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
400 N 17TH ST, SUITE 202
ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
Lehigh County (484) 664-2450
HARRY W BUCHANAN IV MD PC
Ophthalmology
400 N 17TH ST
ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
Lehigh County (610) 433-2021
SHARON M. NACHESTY CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
400 N 17TH ST
ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
Lehigh County (610) 402-9099
CARMEL L. CASTAGNA CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
400 N 17TH ST
ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
Lehigh County (610) 402-9099

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 Harry Buchanan's NPI number?

The NPI number for Harry Buchanan is 1538246756. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 1, 2006.

Where is Harry Buchanan located?

Harry Buchanan practices at 400 N 17th St Suite 200, Allentown, PA 18104. The listed phone number is (610) 433-2021.

What is Harry Buchanan's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Harry Buchanan enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Harry Buchanan is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Harry Buchanan was last updated on September 3, 2009. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.