DR. CHRISTOPHER SCOTT BUCKLES D.O.
NPI 1790947901
Internal Medicine in Saint Cloud, MN

Q: What is Christopher Buckles's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Buckles is 1790947901. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 29, 2008.

Q: What is Christopher Buckles's specialty?

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

Active since June 29, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

95.84/100

CMS Quality Rating

4801 VETERANS DR, SAINT CLOUD, MN 56303(320) 252-1670 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 22, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

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About Dr. Christopher Scott Buckles D.o. NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER SCOTT BUCKLES D.O. (NPI 1790947901) is an individual internal medicine provider in Saint Cloud, Minnesota, licensed in Missouri (2012012992) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mosaic Life Care At St Joseph, and is a graduate of Other (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1790947901

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER SCOTT BUCKLESCredential: D.O.

Location Address4801 VETERANS DRSaint Cloud, MN 56303-2015

Mailing Address4801 Veterans DrSaint Cloud, MN 56303-2015 · (320) 252-1670

Phone(320) 252-1670

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2008

Enumeration DateJune 29, 2008

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 22, 2017

✔ NPI 1790947901 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

License✔ Licensed in MO · 2012012992

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.

4801 VETERANS DR, Saint Cloud, MN 56303

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, UnitedHealthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Christopher Scott Buckles D.o. 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 ID8820252125

PECOS Enrollment IDI20120618000711

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.

Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100

Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.

124 services16 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.

103 services96 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.

41 services41 patients

Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444

An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.

41 services41 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.

33 services33 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.

12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Mosaic Life Care At St Joseph

Acute Care Hospitals · Saint Joseph, MO

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number260006

Location5325 Faraon StreetSaint Joseph, MO 64506 · Buchanan County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 56303 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

$127.61 typical visit price

range $56.00 – $168.28

Typical copayment $31.90 (range $14.00 – $42.07)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$98.61 typical visit price

range $18.32 – $138.04

Typical copayment $24.65 (range $4.58 – $34.51)

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.

95.84/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

95.03

Improvement Activities

Cost

92.75

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.

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