DR. LAURA INGRID BUCK MD
NPI 1811218217
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Seattle, WA

Q: What is Laura Buck's NPI number?

The NPI number for Laura Buck is 1811218217. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 20, 2010.

Q: What is Laura Buck's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Laura Buck was last updated on July 21, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.

Active since June 20, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

93.09/100

CMS Quality Rating

1959 NE PACIFIC ST, SEATTLE, WA 98195(206) 543-6420 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 21, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 21, 2022, Jul 28, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Dr. Laura Ingrid Buck Md NPPES

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

DR. LAURA INGRID BUCK MD (NPI 1811218217) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Seattle, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD60651612) and active in the NPI registry since June 2010. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Washington Medical Ctr, and is a graduate of Other (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1811218217

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X

Provider Legal NameDR. LAURA INGRID BUCKCredential: MD

Location Address1959 NE PACIFIC STSeattle, WA 98195-0001

Mailing AddressPo Box 50095Seattle, WA 98145-5095 · (206) 543-6420

Phone(206) 543-6420

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2010

Enumeration DateJune 20, 2010

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 21, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration

✔ NPI 1811218217 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RH0002X

License✔ Licensed in WA · MD60651612

Definition

An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License MD60651612 (WA)

1959 NE PACIFIC ST, Seattle, WA 98195

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Laura Ingrid Buck Md 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 ID7012150642

PECOS Enrollment IDI20170613001811

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 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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

69 services29 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

50 services26 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

31 services30 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

University Of Washington Medical Ctr

Acute Care Hospitals · Seattle, WA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - State

CMS Certification Number500008

Location1959 NE Pacific St Box 356151Seattle, WA 98195 · King County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Harborview Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Seattle, WA

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number500064

Location325 9th AvenueSeattle, WA 98104 · King County

Emergency services

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.

93.09/100

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

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

73.95

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

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.

LEONIE A NEVILLE PHARMD

Pharmacist (Pharmacist Clinician (PhC)/ Clinical Pharmacy Specialist)

1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195

King County (206) 598-4874

ALISA BETH KACHIKIS M.D.

Obstetrics & Gynecology (Maternal & Fetal Medicine)

1959 NE PACIFIC ST, 3RD FLOOR SW 350
SEATTLE, WA 98195

King County (206) 598-4070

MS. MARY PATRICIA DODGE MS, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

1959 NE PACIFIC ST, MAILBOX 356490
SEATTLE, WA 98195

King County (206) 598-4830

RIKA SHIRAKAWA M.D.

Ophthalmology

1959 NE PACIFIC ST, BOX 365485
SEATTLE, WA 98195

King County (206) 558-9616

VEDA TSOI M.D.

Anesthesiology

1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195

King County (801) 556-7628

KATHRYN TAMURA PHARM.D.

Pharmacist (Pharmacist Clinician (PhC)/ Clinical Pharmacy Specialist)

1959 NE PACIFIC ST, BOX 356015
SEATTLE, WA 98195

King County (206) 598-6060

DR. MARK ROBERT, MICHAEL KILGORE M.D.

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)

1959 NE PACIFIC ST, BOX 356100
SEATTLE, WA 98195

King County (206) 598-1821

DR. SERKAN MEHMET SAHIN M.D.

Hospitalist

1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195

King County (206) 543-6420

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 Laura Buck's NPI number?

The NPI number for Laura Buck is 1811218217. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 20, 2010.

Where is Laura Buck located?

Laura Buck practices at 1959 NE Pacific St, Seattle, WA 98195. The listed phone number is (206) 543-6420.

What is Laura Buck's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Is Laura Buck enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Laura 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.

What insurance does Laura Buck accept?

Health plans from PacificSource Health Plans and Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska list Laura 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 Laura Buck affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Laura Buck is affiliated with University Of Washington Medical Ctr and Harborview Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Laura Buck was last updated on July 21, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.