KRISTOPHER BUCK
NPI 1619374915
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered in Louisville, KY

Active since December 02, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
83.16/100
CMS Quality Rating
4001 DUTCHMANS LN, LOUISVILLE, KY 40207(502) 629-2880 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 30, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Kristopher Buck NPPES

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

KRISTOPHER BUCK (NPI 1619374915) is an individual nurse anesthetist, certified registered in Louisville, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (3009158) and active in the NPI registry since December 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Owensboro Health Regional Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1619374915
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy367500000X
Provider Legal NameKRISTOPHER BUCK
Location Address4001 DUTCHMANS LNLouisville, KY 40207-4714
Mailing Address601 S Floyd St Ste 407Louisville, KY 40202-1837
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateDecember 2, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 30, 2015
✔ NPI 1619374915 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Anesthetist, Certified RegisteredPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code367500000X
License✔ Licensed in KY · 3009158
Definition
(1) A licensed registered nurse with advanced specialty education in anesthesia who, in collaboration with appropriate health care professionals, provides preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care to patients and assists in management and resuscitation of critical patients in intensive care, coronary care, and emergency situations. Nurse anesthetists are certified following successful completion of credentials and state licensure review and a national examination directed by the Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists. (2) A registered nurse who is qualified by special training to administer anesthesia in collaboration with a physician or dentist and who can assist in the care of patients who are in critical condition.
Also ListedRegistered NurseTaxonomy 163W00000X · License 1124951 (KY), 28212658A (IN)
4001 DUTCHMANS LN, Louisville, KY 40207

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Kristopher Buck 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 ID4082931142
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150330000879
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

7

Medicare enrollment records show Kristopher Buck reassigns Medicare billing to 7 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Anesthesiology
100 MALLARD CREEK RD, SUITE 320
Louisville, KY 40207
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
  • 24 clinicians in this Medicare group
Anesthesiology
200 E CHESTNUT ST
Louisville, KY 40202
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Kentucky enrollment
  • 526 clinicians in this Medicare group
Anesthesiology
200 E CHESTNUT ST
Louisville, KY 40202
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Kentucky enrollment
  • 130 clinicians in this Medicare group
Anesthesiology
230 W MAIN ST
Danville, KY 40422
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Kentucky enrollment
  • 55 clinicians in this Medicare group
Anesthesiology
1201 PLEASANT VALLEY RD
Owensboro, KY 42303
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Kentucky enrollment
  • 137 clinicians in this Medicare group
Anesthesiology
2000 E LAMAR BLVD, SUITE 400
Arlington, TX 76006
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
  • 287 clinicians in this Medicare group
Anesthesiology
206 2ND ST E
Bradenton, FL 34208
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Kentucky enrollment
  • 158 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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.

Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope 00812
Anesthesia for a colon examination with an endoscope is a method used to ensure comfort during the procedure. It involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep, thus reducing discomfort as the endoscope, a thin, flexible tube, is navigated through your colon.
17 services17 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
15 services15 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Owensboro, KY
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number180038
Location1201 Pleasant Valley RoadOwensboro, KY 42303 · Daviess 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

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
$122.77 typical visit price
range $52.76 – $162.27
Typical copayment $30.69 (range $13.19 – $40.56)
Most-billed visit code 99204
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.

83.16/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality80.19
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.

Physician Assistant
4001 DUTCHMANS LN
LOUISVILLE, KY 40207
Physical Therapist
4001 DUTCHMANS LN
LOUISVILLE, KY 40207
Anesthesiology
4001 DUTCHMANS LN
LOUISVILLE, KY 40207
Emergency Medicine
4001 DUTCHMANS LN
LOUISVILLE, KY 40207
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
4001 DUTCHMANS LN
LOUISVILLE, KY 40207
Emergency Medicine
4001 DUTCHMANS LN
LOUISVILLE, KY 40207
Obstetrics & Gynecology
4001 DUTCHMANS LN
LOUISVILLE, KY 40207
Registered Nurse (Obstetric, High-Risk)
4001 DUTCHMANS LN
LOUISVILLE, KY 40207

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 Kristopher Buck's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kristopher Buck is 1619374915. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 2, 2014.

Where is Kristopher Buck located?

Kristopher Buck practices at 4001 Dutchmans Ln, Louisville, KY 40207. The listed phone number is (502) 629-2880.

What is Kristopher Buck's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered with taxonomy code 367500000X.

Is Kristopher Buck enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kristopher Buck 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Kristopher Buck's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Kristopher Buck reassigns Medicare benefits to 7 organizations: One Anesthesia PLLC (Louisville, KY), Professional Anesthesia Services Of Kentucky PLLC (Louisville, KY), Universal Anesthesia Services LLC (Louisville, KY), Danville Anesthesia Associates, LLP (Danville, KY), Ad Of Kentucky PLLC (Owensboro, KY) and 2 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Kristopher Buck's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Kristopher Buck accept?

Health plans from CareSource list Kristopher Buck 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 Kristopher Buck affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kristopher Buck is affiliated with Owensboro Health Regional Hospital and Baptist Health Louisville.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kristopher Buck was last updated on March 30, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.