MRS. CAROLE S BUCHS NP
NPI 1962941054
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Fort Wayne, IN

Active since February 22, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
87.98/100
CMS Quality Rating
11055 TWIN CREEKS CV, FORT WAYNE, IN 46845(260) 425-6120(260) 425-6115 Get Directions Write a Review

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

Record update history: Jan 19, 2026, Feb 22, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Mrs. Carole S Buchs Np NPPES

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

MRS. CAROLE S BUCHS NP (NPI 1962941054) is an individual family provider in Fort Wayne, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (71006900A) and active in the NPI registry since February 2017. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Parkview Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Indiana Medical College, School Of Medicine Of Purdue University (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1962941054
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameMRS. CAROLE S BUCHSCredential: NP
Location Address11055 TWIN CREEKS CVFort Wayne, IN 46845-2204
Mailing AddressPo Box 236Lagrange, IN 46761-0236 · (260) 463-2133 · Fax (260) 463-3775
Fax(260) 425-6115
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSIndiana Medical College, School Of Medicine Of Purdue UniversityGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateFebruary 22, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 19, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 19, 2026
NPI 1962941054 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License Licensed in IN · 71006900A
11055 TWIN CREEKS CV, Fort Wayne, IN 46845

Accepted 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

Mrs. Carole S Buchs Np 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 ID4688958721
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170308002806
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.

Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
84 services81 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.
45 services44 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
41 services14 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
36 services33 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Parkview Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Fort Wayne, IN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150021
Location11109 Parkview Plaza DriveFort Wayne, IN 46845 · Allen County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Parkview Dekalb Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Auburn, IN
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150045
Location1316 E Seventh StAuburn, IN 46706 · De Kalb County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Parkview Whitley Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbia City, IN
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150101
Location1260 E Sr 205Columbia City, IN 46725 · Whitley County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Parkview Noble Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Kendallville, IN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150146
Location401 Sawyer RdKendallville, IN 46755 · Noble County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Orthopaedic Hospital At Parkview North

Acute Care Hospitals · Fort Wayne, IN
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150167
Location11130 Parkview Circle DrFort Wayne, IN 46845 · Allen County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 46845 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
$82.04 typical visit price
range $53.07 – $161.76
Typical copayment $20.51 (range $13.26 – $40.44)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$94.22 typical visit price
range $16.93 – $132.22
Typical copayment $23.55 (range $4.23 – $33.05)
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.

87.98/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality78.92
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost67.77

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 18

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

Dietitian, Registered
11055 TWIN CREEKS CV
FORT WAYNE, IN 46845
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
11055 TWIN CREEKS CV
FORT WAYNE, IN 46845
Family Medicine
11055 TWIN CREEKS CV
FORT WAYNE, IN 46845
Nurse Practitioner
11055 TWIN CREEKS CV
FORT WAYNE, IN 46845
Family Medicine
11055 TWIN CREEKS CV
FORT WAYNE, IN 46845
Family Medicine
11055 TWIN CREEKS CV
FORT WAYNE, IN 46845
Family Medicine
11055 TWIN CREEKS CV
FORT WAYNE, IN 46845
Family Medicine
11055 TWIN CREEKS CV
FORT WAYNE, IN 46845

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 Carole Buchs's NPI number?

The NPI number for Carole Buchs is 1962941054. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 22, 2017.

Where is Carole Buchs located?

Carole Buchs practices at 11055 Twin Creeks Cv, Fort Wayne, IN 46845. The listed phone number is (260) 425-6120.

What is Carole Buchs's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Carole Buchs enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Carole Buchs 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 Carole Buchs accept?

Health plans from CareSource list Carole Buchs 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 Carole Buchs affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Carole Buchs is affiliated with Parkview Regional Medical Center, Parkview Dekalb Hospital, Parkview Whitley Hospital, Parkview Noble Hospital and Orthopaedic Hospital At Parkview North.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Carole Buchs was last updated on January 19, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.