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DR. RICK JAMES BUCHER M.D.
NPI 1972619443
Family Medicine in Oxford, OH

Active since August 21, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5237 MORNING SUN RD, OXFORD, OH 45056(513) 523-7511(513) 524-1028 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 13, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Rick James Bucher M.d. NPPES

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

DR. RICK JAMES BUCHER M.D. (NPI 1972619443) is an individual family medicine provider in Oxford, Ohio, licensed in Ohio (35052335) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Reid Health, and is a graduate of University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine (1982).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1972619443
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RICK JAMES BUCHERCredential: M.D.
Location Address5237 MORNING SUN RDOxford, OH 45056-8928
Mailing AddressPo Box 360, 5237 Morning Sun RoadOxford, OH 45056-0360 · (513) 523-7511 · Fax (513) 524-1028
Phone(513) 523-7511
Fax(513) 524-1028
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Cincinnati College Of MedicineGraduated 1982
Enumeration DateAugust 21, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 13, 2011
✔ NPI 1972619443 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in OH · 35052335
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
5237 MORNING SUN RD, Oxford, OH 45056
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Other Identifiers 4

Medicaid0597162OH
Other000000676713OH · Anthem
Medicare UPINA16170OH
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedBU0571241OH

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.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. Rick James Bucher 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 ID8921280306
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110307000216
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 8

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.

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.
252 services154 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.
58 services58 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
56 services46 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
27 services17 patients
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.
17 services14 patients
Urinalysis, manual test 81002
A urinalysis is a simple, non-invasive test that checks the urine for various elements such as sugar, protein, and signs of infection. It can help detect many common conditions, including kidney disease and diabetes. The manual test involves a lab technician examining a urine sample.
16 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Reid Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Richmond, IN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150048
Location1100 Reid PkwyRichmond, IN 47374 · Wayne County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mccullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Oxford, OH
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number360046
Location110 North Poplar StreetOxford, OH 45056 · Butler County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mercy Health - Fairfield Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Fairfield, OH
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number360056
Location3000 Mack RoadFairfield, OH 45014 · Butler County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Good Samaritan Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Cincinnati, OH
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number360134
Location375 Dixmyth AvenueCincinnati, OH 45220 · Hamilton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Bethesda North

Acute Care Hospitals · Cincinnati, OH
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number360179
Location10500 Montgomery RoadCincinnati, OH 45242 · Hamilton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 45056 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
$84.72 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.65
Typical copayment $21.18 (range $13.58 – $41.66)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$96.44 typical visit price
range $17.10 – $135.40
Typical copayment $24.11 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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 3

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

MEGHAN ELIZABETH DOZIER APRN
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
5237 MORNING SUN RD
OXFORD, OH 45056
Butler County (513) 523-7511
OXFORD FAMILY PRACTICE, INC.
Family Medicine
5237 MORNING SUN RD
OXFORD, OH 45056
Butler County (513) 523-7511
MR. BENJAMIN ALLEN BARNES NP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
5237 MORNING SUN RD
OXFORD, OH 45056
Butler County (513) 523-7511

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 Rick Bucher's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rick Bucher is 1972619443. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 21, 2006.

Where is Rick Bucher located?

Rick Bucher practices at 5237 Morning Sun Rd, Oxford, OH 45056. The listed phone number is (513) 523-7511.

What is Rick Bucher's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Rick Bucher enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Rick Bucher 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 Rick Bucher accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian and UnitedHealthcare list Rick Bucher 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 Rick Bucher affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Rick Bucher is affiliated with Reid Health, Mccullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital, Mercy Health - Fairfield Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital and Bethesda North.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Rick Bucher was last updated on December 13, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.