Brian Buckler, MD
NPI 1154344398 · Family Medicine Physician · Grand Rapids, MI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brian Buckler, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Grand Rapids, MI (NPI 1154344398).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1154344398
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4301084540 (MI)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
172 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 95 | $92 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 37 | $63 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 23 | $140 |
| 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 | 17 | $16 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $16–$140 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 101 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 232 | 64 |
| Lisinopril | 197 | 62 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 172 | 28 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 166 | 50 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 148 | 42 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 130 | 42 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-26
- Last updated
- 2012-09-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brian Buckler's NPI number?
- Brian Buckler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154344398, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brian Buckler's specialty?
- Brian Buckler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Brian Buckler located?
- Brian Buckler's practice location on file with NPPES is 1471 East Beltline, Grand Rapids, MI 49525.
- What is Brian Buckler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brian Buckler is (616) 685-8620.
- Does Brian Buckler accept Medicare?
- Brian Buckler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brian Buckler's NPI active?
- Yes — Brian Buckler's NPI (1154344398) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-09-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.