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DR. FRANCISCO BUENDIA M.D.
NPI 1811244270
Anesthesiology in Albuquerque, NM

Active since August 04, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2211 LOMAS BLVD NE # 106000, ACM 200, ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87106(505) 272-2610 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 19, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Francisco Buendia M.d. NPPES

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

DR. FRANCISCO BUENDIA M.D. (NPI 1811244270) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Albuquerque, New Mexico, licensed in New Mexico (MD20160146) and active in the NPI registry since August 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with The Hospitals Of Providence Transmountain Campus, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical School At Houston (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1811244270
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. FRANCISCO BUENDIACredential: M.D.
Location Address2211 LOMAS BLVD NE # 106000, ACM 200Albuquerque, NM 87106-2719
Mailing Address2211 Lomas Blvd Ne # 106000, Acm 200Albuquerque, NM 87106-2719 · (505) 272-2610
Phone(505) 272-2610
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical School At HoustonGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateAugust 4, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 19, 2016
✔ NPI 1811244270 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in NM · MD20160146
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
2211 LOMAS BLVD NE # 106000, Albuquerque, NM 87106
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc..Insurance ›

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. Francisco Buendia 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 ID547558660
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190920000645
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 Reassignments

4

Medicare enrollment records show Francisco Buendia reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
219 mi
Surgery
2000 B TRANSMOUNTAIN ROAD
El Paso, TX 79911
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso
  • 856 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1083167134 (915) 215-5626
El Paso Ams, PLLC
219 mi
Anesthesiology
2000 TRANS MOUNTAIN RD
El Paso, TX 79911
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 196 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1134740202 (915) 577-8467
El Paso County Hospital District
227 mi
Ambulatory Surgical
4642 N MESA ST
El Paso, TX 79912
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 409 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1487547295 (915) 544-1200
Texas Ams PLLC
1,173 mi
Anesthesiology
28 N PALAFOX ST
Pensacola, FL 32502
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 432 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1174926125 (866) 653-2540

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 4

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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
30 services29 patients
Anesthesia for total hip replacement 01214
Anesthesia for total hip replacement is a medical service where medication is given to eliminate pain during surgery. Two types are commonly used: general anesthesia, making you unconscious, or spinal anesthesia, numbing the lower body. The choice depends on your health and your doctor's recommendation.
15 services15 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
12 services12 patients
Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402
Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

The Hospitals Of Providence Transmountain Campus

Acute Care Hospitals · El Paso, TX
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number670120
Location2000 Transmountain RdEl Paso, TX 79911 · El Paso County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

RAILI LARSSON FLORES CAA
Anesthesiologist Assistant
2211 LOMAS BLVD NE # 106000
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87106
Bernalillo County (505) 272-2610

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 Francisco Buendia's NPI number?

The NPI number for Francisco Buendia is 1811244270. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 4, 2012.

Where is Francisco Buendia located?

Francisco Buendia practices at 2211 Lomas Blvd NE # 106000 Acm 200, Albuquerque, NM 87106. The listed phone number is (505) 272-2610.

What is Francisco Buendia's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Francisco Buendia enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Francisco Buendia 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 organizations bill Medicare for Francisco Buendia's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Francisco Buendia reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (El Paso, TX), El Paso Ams, PLLC (El Paso, TX), El Paso County Hospital District (El Paso, TX) and Texas Ams PLLC (Pensacola, FL). Each 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 Francisco Buendia's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Francisco Buendia accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc. list Francisco Buendia 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 Francisco Buendia affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Francisco Buendia is affiliated with The Hospitals Of Providence Transmountain Campus.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Francisco Buendia was last updated on July 19, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.