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TIMOTHY BUFF
NPI 1902283351
Emergency Medicine in Chapel Hill, NC

Active since May 05, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
170 MANNING DR, CHAPEL HILL, NC 27599(919) 966-6442 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 12, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Timothy Buff NPPES

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

TIMOTHY BUFF (NPI 1902283351) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2017-01012) and active in the NPI registry since May 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Caromont Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1902283351
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameTIMOTHY BUFF
Location Address170 MANNING DRChapel Hill, NC 27599-3754
Mailing Address809 E Green Meadows Rd Apt 311Columbia, MO 65201-3754 · (816) 305-7287
Phone(919) 966-6442
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateMay 5, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 12, 2019
✔ NPI 1902283351 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License✔ Licensed in NC · 2017-01012
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
170 MANNING DR, Chapel Hill, NC 27599
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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

Timothy Buff 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 ID4486965332
PECOS Enrollment IDI20171114001799, I20260401001107
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 5

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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
209 services200 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
162 services141 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
134 services131 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
33 services32 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Caromont Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Gastonia, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340032
Location2525 Court DrGastonia, NC 28052 · Gaston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Charlotte, NC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number340113
Location1000 Blythe BlvdCharlotte, NC 28203 · Mecklenburg County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Atrium Health Union

Acute Care Hospitals · Monroe, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number340130
Location600 Hospital DrMonroe, NC 28112 · Union County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Piedmont Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Rock Hill, SC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number420002
Location1731 Frank Gaston BlvdRock Hill, SC 29732 · York County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27599 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
$83.90 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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.

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.

DR. MICHAEL RUSSELL KLEMME MD
Emergency Medicine
170 MANNING DR
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27599
Orange County (984) 974-4721
KRISTEN BETH BARRIO M.D.
Emergency Medicine
170 MANNING DR, EMERGENCY MEDICINE, POB, 1ST FLOOR, CB#7594
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27599
Orange County (919) 966-1072
NADEEM Y MODAN M.D.
Emergency Medicine
170 MANNING DR, 1ST FLOOR, PHYSICIAN'S OFFICE BUILDING, CB #7594
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27599
Orange County (919) 966-6442
CAREY KERNODLE ANDERS M.D.
Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology)
170 MANNING DR, PHYSICIAN'S OFFICE BUILDING, 3RD FLOOR
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27599
Orange County (919) 966-7828
DR. JOSHUA GRAY LONG M.D.
Emergency Medicine
170 MANNING DR, SUITE 7494
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27599
Orange County (919) 966-6440
DR. KRISTALYN K GALLAGHER D.O.
Surgery (Surgical Oncology)
170 MANNING DR, CB#7213
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27599
Orange County (919) 966-4416
DR. JULIE SALEEBY CARPENTER M.D.
Emergency Medicine
170 MANNING DR
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27599
Orange County (919) 966-6442
PETER GEORGE CHIKES M.D.
Otolaryngology
170 MANNING DR, PHYSICIANS OFFICE BUILDING, CB 7070
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27599
Orange County (919) 966-3342

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 Timothy Buff's NPI number?

The NPI number for Timothy Buff is 1902283351. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 5, 2015.

Where is Timothy Buff located?

Timothy Buff practices at 170 Manning Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27599. The listed phone number is (919) 966-6442.

What is Timothy Buff's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Timothy Buff enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Timothy Buff 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.

Is Timothy Buff affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Timothy Buff is affiliated with Caromont Regional Medical Center, Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health, Atrium Health Union and Piedmont Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Timothy Buff was last updated on September 12, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.