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VINAY K BUTTAN MD
NPI 1699840728
Internal Medicine in Porterville, CA

Active since November 22, 2006PECOS EnrolledCLIA 05D0688956 · Waiver
88.28/100
CMS Quality Rating
166 N VILLA ST, PORTERVILLE, CA 93257(559) 782-1990(559) 782-1163 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 16, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Vinay K Buttan Md NPPES

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

VINAY K BUTTAN MD (NPI 1699840728) is an individual internal medicine provider in Porterville, California, licensed in California (A33656) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, holds a CLIA Waiver certificate valid through August 31, 2028, and is a graduate of Other (1974).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1699840728
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameVINAY K BUTTANCredential: MD
Location Address166 N VILLA STPorterville, CA 93257
Mailing Address166 N Villa StPorterville, CA 93257 · (559) 782-1990 · Fax (559) 782-1163
Phone(559) 782-1990
Fax(559) 782-1163
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1974
Enumeration DateNovember 22, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 16, 2012
✔ NPI 1699840728 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A33656
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
166 N VILLA ST, Porterville, CA 93257
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified00A336561
Medicare UPINA27214
Medicaid00A336561CA

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Vinay K Buttan Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID4789757899
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080723000380
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Vinay Buttan reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Vinay K Buttan MD Inc
Same address
Internal Medicine
166 N VILLA ST
Porterville, CA 93257
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
NPI 1801999404 (559) 782-1990

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

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate of Waiver 05D0688956

Vinay K Buttan MD Inc · Porterville, CA
Active · expires Aug 31, 2028
CLIA Number05D0688956
Laboratory TypePhysician Office
Certificate Effective DateSeptember 1, 2026
Certificate Expiration DateAugust 31, 2028
Laboratory DirectorVinay K. Buttan
Laboratory Phone(209) 782-1990
Laboratory LocationVinay K Buttan MD Inc166 N Villa, Porterville, CA 93257
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Address
This certificate is issued to a laboratory to perform only waived tests.

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 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.
1,605 services253 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
331 services40 patients
Blood glucose (sugar) test performed by hand-held instrument 82962
A blood glucose test uses a handheld device to measure the amount of sugar in your blood. A small prick on your finger allows a drop of blood to be placed on a test strip, which is then read by the device. This helps monitor and manage diabetes effectively.
181 services43 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
159 services159 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
122 services122 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
53 services51 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 93257 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
$133.94 typical visit price
range $58.87 – $176.60
Typical copayment $33.48 (range $14.71 – $44.15)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$103.36 typical visit price
range $19.28 – $144.60
Typical copayment $25.84 (range $4.82 – $36.15)
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.

88.28/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality91.75
Promoting Interoperability60
Improvement Activities40
Cost85.86

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
65%167 patients3/55-star benchmark: 93%
Colorectal Cancer Screening
40%434 patients2/55-star benchmark: 88%
Controlling High Blood Pressure
100%338 patients5/55-star benchmark: 91%
Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
33%155 patients3/55-star benchmark: 91%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
100%4,941 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
89%3,632 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
88%936 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented
31%408 patients3/55-star benchmark: 61%
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
29%606 patients1/55-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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 16

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
10 suppliers64 claims136 services$5.74 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
7 suppliers23 claims23 services$1.08 avg. paid by Medicare
Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$34.30 avg. paid by Medicare
Administration set, with small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, disposable A7003
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier11 claims19 services$1.24 avg. paid by Medicare
Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers14 claims14 services$68.12 avg. paid by Medicare
Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers12 claims36 services$28.28 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

DR. POONAM BUTTAN MD
Pediatrics
166 N VILLA ST
PORTERVILLE, CA 93257
Tulare County (559) 782-0581
VINAY K BUTTAN MD INC
Internal Medicine
166 N VILLA ST
PORTERVILLE, CA 93257
Tulare County (559) 782-1990

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 Vinay Buttan's NPI number?

The NPI number for Vinay Buttan is 1699840728. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 22, 2006.

Where is Vinay Buttan located?

Vinay Buttan practices at 166 N Villa St, Porterville, CA 93257. The listed phone number is (559) 782-1990.

What is Vinay Buttan's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Vinay Buttan enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Vinay Buttan is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for Vinay Buttan's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Vinay Buttan reassigns Medicare benefits to Vinay K Buttan MD Inc (Porterville, CA). The 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 Vinay Buttan's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Does Vinay Buttan hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate of Waiver (number 05D0688956) is associated with this NPI, valid through August 31, 2028. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Vinay Buttan was last updated on August 16, 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.