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MRS. JENNIFER BUFFARD ARNP
NPI 1770884454
Nurse Practitioner in The Woodlands, TX

Active since November 11, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
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CMS Quality Rating
3786 FM 1488 RD STE 200, THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384(281) 364-8844 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 15, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Mrs. Jennifer Buffard Arnp NPPES

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

MRS. JENNIFER BUFFARD ARNP (NPI 1770884454) is an individual nurse practitioner in The Woodlands, Texas, licensed in Texas (AP126260) and active in the NPI registry since November 2010. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1770884454
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363L00000X
Provider Legal NameMRS. JENNIFER BUFFARDCredential: ARNP
Location Address3786 FM 1488 RD STE 200The Woodlands, TX 77384-4989
Mailing Address3786 Fm 1488 Rd Ste 200The Woodlands, TX 77384-4989 · (281) 364-8844
Phone(281) 364-8844
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateNovember 11, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 15, 2025
NPPES CertifiedDecember 15, 2025
✔ NPI 1770884454 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363L00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · AP126260
Definition
(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.
3786 FM 1488 RD STE 200, The Woodlands, TX 77384
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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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Mrs. Jennifer Buffard Arnp 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 ID7214113075
PECOS Enrollment IDI20141217000713
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 Jennifer Buffard reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

The Woodlands Skin Surgery Center PA
Same address
MOHS-Micrographic Surgery
3786 FM 1488 RD STE 200
The Woodlands, TX 77384
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 4 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1396074134 (281) 364-8844

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 10

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.
299 services239 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003
This procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
294 services67 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000
"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.
127 services103 patients
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths 17110
"Destruction of skin growth" refers to a procedure where 1-14 abnormal skin growths are removed. This is done using methods such as freezing, burning, or laser therapy. It helps prevent the growth from causing discomfort or turning into a more serious condition.
101 services93 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth 11102
A biopsy of a skin growth involves taking a small sample of the growth to examine it under a microscope. This helps determine if the growth is harmful. The procedure is typically quick, with minimal discomfort. It's a crucial step in ensuring your skin's health.
94 services82 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.
21 services18 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77384 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
$84.92 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$97.05 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.

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MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality0
Improvement Activities0

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 7

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

JESSICA RUSHING PA-C
Physician Assistant
3786 FM 1488 RD STE 200
CONROE, TX 77384
Montgomery County (281) 364-8844
ROBERT H COOK-NORRIS MD
Dermatology (MOHS-Micrographic Surgery)
3786 FM 1488 RD STE 200
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384
Montgomery County (281) 364-8844
DR. BRENT ANDREW SHOOK M.D.
Dermatology (MOHS-Micrographic Surgery)
3786 FM 1488 RD STE 200
CONROE, TX 77384
Montgomery County (281) 364-8844
THE WOODLANDS SKIN SURGERY CENTER PA
Dermatology (MOHS-Micrographic Surgery)
3786 FM 1488 RD STE 200
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384
Montgomery County (281) 364-8844
THE WOODLANDS SKIN SURGERY CENTER PA
Dermatology (MOHS-Micrographic Surgery)
3786 FM 1488 RD STE 200
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384
Montgomery County (281) 364-8844
MELISSA A SHEARER PA-C
Physician Assistant
3786 FM 1488 RD STE 200
CONROE, TX 77384
Montgomery County (281) 364-8844
MRS. MICHELLE BYERS PURTLE PA-C
Physician Assistant
3786 FM 1488 RD STE 200
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384
Montgomery County (281) 364-8844

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 Jennifer Buffard's NPI number?

The NPI number for Jennifer Buffard is 1770884454. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 11, 2010.

Where is Jennifer Buffard located?

Jennifer Buffard practices at 3786 Fm 1488 Rd Ste 200, The Woodlands, TX 77384. The listed phone number is (281) 364-8844.

What is Jennifer Buffard's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363L00000X.

Is Jennifer Buffard enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Jennifer Buffard 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 Jennifer Buffard's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Jennifer Buffard reassigns Medicare benefits to The Woodlands Skin Surgery Center PA (The Woodlands, TX). 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 Jennifer Buffard's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Jennifer Buffard was last updated on December 15, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 months 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.