William Buchner, Jr., M.D.
NPI 1154304574 · Gastroenterology Physician · Cleveland, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
William Buchner, Jr., M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Cleveland, TN (NPI 1154304574).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1154304574
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD019707 (TN)
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
20 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
604 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 155 | $54 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 140 | $225 |
| Insertion of Guide Wire With Dilation of Esophagus Using a Flexible Endoscope43248 | 71 | $119 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 54 | $81 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 48 | $104 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 530 | 169 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 266 | 90 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 193 | 191 |
| Famotidine | 88 | 25 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 38 | — |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 35 | — |
| Vonoprazan Fumaratebrand: Voquezna |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,510 across 148 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
- 2005-11-21
- Last updated
- 2026-01-29
- Certified
- 2026-01-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is William Buchner, Jr.'s NPI number?
- William Buchner, Jr.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154304574, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is William Buchner, Jr.'s specialty?
- William Buchner, Jr. is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is William Buchner, Jr. located?
- William Buchner, Jr.'s practice location on file with NPPES is 2415 Chambliss Ave Nw, Cleveland, TN 37311-3882.
- What is William Buchner, Jr.'s phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for William Buchner, Jr. is (423) 559-2800.
- Does William Buchner, Jr. accept Medicare?
- William Buchner, Jr. is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is William Buchner, Jr.'s NPI active?
- Yes — William Buchner, Jr.'s NPI (1154304574) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.