Julia Buchfuhrer, D.O.
NPI 1093179319 · Rheumatology Physician · Downey, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Julia Buchfuhrer, D.O. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Downey, CA (NPI 1093179319).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1093179319
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 20A15806 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
10 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
836 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 226 | $138 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 224 | $17 |
| Administration of Non-Hormonal Anti-Neoplastic Chemotherapy Under Skin Or Into Muscle96401 | 78 | $82 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 77 | $179 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 66 | $194 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 29 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Diclofenac Sodium | 190 | 62 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 163 | 58 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 155 | 59 |
| Romosozumab-Aqqgbrand: Evenity (2 Syringes) | 122 | 23 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 103 | 41 |
| Denosumabbrand: Prolia | 102 | 67 |
| Upadacitinibbrand: Rinvoq | 100 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$84,984 across 354 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-04-12
- Last updated
- 2026-05-13
- Certified
- 2026-05-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Julia Buchfuhrer's NPI number?
- Julia Buchfuhrer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1093179319, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Julia Buchfuhrer's specialty?
- Julia Buchfuhrer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Julia Buchfuhrer located?
- Julia Buchfuhrer's practice location on file with NPPES is 11480 Brookshire Ave Ste 202, Downey, CA 90241-5022.
- What is Julia Buchfuhrer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Julia Buchfuhrer is (562) 459-4000.
- Does Julia Buchfuhrer accept Medicare?
- Julia Buchfuhrer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Julia Buchfuhrer's NPI active?
- Yes — Julia Buchfuhrer's NPI (1093179319) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.