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DR. JOHN ANDREW BUZA M.D.
NPI 1760827976
Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine in Fresh Meadows, NY

Active since May 01, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
16303 HORACE HARDING EXPY STE 4, FRESH MEADOWS, NY 11365(866) 670-6824 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 30, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 30, 2022, Oct 22, 2020, Aug 18, 2020 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2019).

About Dr. John Andrew Buza M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JOHN ANDREW BUZA M.D. (NPI 1760827976) is an individual orthopaedic surgery of the spine provider in Fresh Meadows, New York, licensed in New York (279253) and active in the NPI registry since May 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with New York-presbyterian/queens, and maintains a secondary practice location in Louisville.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1760827976
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207XS0117X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOHN ANDREW BUZACredential: M.D.
Location Address16303 HORACE HARDING EXPY STE 4Fresh Meadows, NY 11365-1449
Mailing AddressPo Box 776351Chicago, IL 60677-6351 · (502) 588-9490 · Fax (502) 272-5116
Phone(866) 670-6824
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSColumbia University College Of Physicians And SurgeonsGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateMay 1, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 30, 20225 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 30, 2022
✔ NPI 1760827976 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Orthopaedic Surgery of the SpineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207XS0117X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NY · 279253✔ Licensed in KY · 52059
Definition
Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, orthopaedic surgeons of the spine deal with the evaluation and nonoperative and operative treatment of the full spectrum of primary spinal disorders including trauma, degenerative, deformity, tumor, and reconstructive.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
16303 HORACE HARDING EXPY STE 4, Fresh Meadows, NY 11365
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1210 E Gray St Ste 900Louisville, KY 40202-3905 · Phone (502) 584-7525 · Fax (502) 584-6851

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

Dr. John Andrew Buza M.d. 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 ID7719210434
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200930001616
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 John Buza reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

New York Queens Medicine And Surgery, P.C.
Same address
Pediatrics
16303 HORACE HARDING EXPY, 4TH FLOOR
Fresh Meadows, NY 11365
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 645 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1003114851 (718) 670-1019

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 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.
152 services108 patients
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.
116 services93 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.
112 services112 patients
Insertion of cage or mesh device to spine bone and disc space during spine fusion 22853
Spine fusion is a procedure to join two or more vertebrae. During this process, a cage or mesh device is inserted into the spine bone and disc space. This helps to stabilize the spine, reduce pain, and improve functionality. The device acts as a bridge for new bone to grow on.
16 services13 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.
14 services14 patients
Fusion of spine in lower back with partial removal of spine bone and disc 22633
This procedure, called lumbar spinal fusion, involves joining two or more vertebrae in your lower back. It includes a partial removal of a spine bone and disc to alleviate pain and improve stability. The goal is to reduce motion between vertebrae and prevent nerve irritation.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

New York-Presbyterian/Queens

Acute Care Hospitals · Flushing, NY
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330055
Location56-45 Main StreetFlushing, NY 11355 · Queens County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality86.8
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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

Lumbar orthosis, sagittal control, with rigid anterior and posterior panels, posterior extends from l-1 to below l-5 vertebra, produces intracavitary pressure to reduce load on the intervertebral discs, includes straps, closures, may include padding, shoulder straps, pendulous abdomen design, prefabricated, off-the-shelf L0642
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF007N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$158.05 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 John Buza's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Buza is 1760827976. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 1, 2013.

Where is John Buza located?

John Buza practices at 16303 Horace Harding Expy Ste 4, Fresh Meadows, NY 11365. The listed phone number is (866) 670-6824.

What is John Buza's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine, with taxonomy code 207XS0117X.

Is John Buza enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Buza 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 organization bills Medicare for John Buza's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), John Buza reassigns Medicare benefits to New York Queens Medicine And Surgery, P.C. (Fresh Meadows, NY). 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 John Buza's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is John Buza affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Buza is affiliated with New York-Presbyterian/Queens.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Buza was last updated on November 30, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.