JOSHUA HERNANDEZ BUCK MD
NPI 1548581945
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Seattle, WA

Q: What is Joshua Buck's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joshua Buck is 1548581945. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 20, 2010.

Q: What is Joshua Buck's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joshua Buck was last updated on June 29, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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 20, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

82.84/100

CMS Quality Rating

550 17TH AVE STE 400, SEATTLE, WA 98122(206) 320-3494(206) 386-2845 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 29, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 29, 2018, Mar 17, 2018, Jan 16, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Joshua Hernandez Buck Md NPPES

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

JOSHUA HERNANDEZ BUCK MD (NPI 1548581945) is an individual neurology provider in Seattle, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD60659933) and active in the NPI registry since June 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Swedish Medical Center / Cherry Hill, and is a graduate of Washington University School Of Medicine (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1548581945

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X

Provider Legal NameJOSHUA HERNANDEZ BUCKCredential: MD

Location Address550 17TH AVE STE 400Seattle, WA 98122

Mailing AddressPo Box 25608Salt Lake City, UT 84125-0608

Phone(206) 320-3494

Fax(206) 386-2845

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSWashington University School Of MedicineGraduated 2010

Enumeration DateJune 20, 2010

Last NPPES UpdateJune 29, 20184 updates tracked since enumeration

✔ NPI 1548581945 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2084N0400X

License✔ Licensed in WA · MD60659933

Definition

A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.

550 17TH AVE STE 400, Seattle, WA 98122

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska, Providence Health Plan.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

Joshua Hernandez Buck Md 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 ID8729217211

PECOS Enrollment IDI20160818001330

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 6

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.

137 services105 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.

82 services70 patients

Prolonged office or other outpatient evaluation and management service(s) beyond the maximum required time of the primary procedure which has been selected using total time on the date of the primary service; each additional 15 minutes by the physician or G2212

This service refers to extended doctor visits where your healthcare provider spends additional time evaluating and managing your health beyond the primary procedure's required time. This includes each extra 15 minutes spent by the physician on the same day as the primary service.

33 services24 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

31 services31 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205

This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.

24 services24 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.

18 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Swedish Medical Center / Cherry Hill

Acute Care Hospitals · Seattle, WA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number500025

Location500 17th AvenueSeattle, WA 98122 · King County

Emergency services

Swedish Edmonds Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Edmonds, WA

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number500026

Location21601 76th Avenue WestEdmonds, WA 98026 · Snohomish County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Swedish Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Seattle, WA

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number500027

Location747 BroadwaySeattle, WA 98122 · King County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Olympic Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Port Angeles, WA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number500072

Location939 Caroline StPort Angeles, WA 98362 · Clallam County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Swedish Issaquah

Acute Care Hospitals · Issaquah, WA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number500152

Location751 NE Blakely DrIssaquah, WA 98029 · King County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98122 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.

82.84/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

82.14

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

60.65

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 13

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

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