Timothy Buffey, DO
NPI 1164422663 · Family Medicine Physician · Anchorage, AK
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Timothy Buffey, DO is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Anchorage, AK (NPI 1164422663).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1164422663
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- DO
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 145829 (AK)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
325 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Residence Visit for Established Patient With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 40 Minutes99349 | 189 | $165 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 39 | $113 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 27 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 23 | $69 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 18 | $138 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 64 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 181 | 68 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 105 | 23 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 102 | 44 |
| Quetiapine Fumarate | 102 | — |
| Losartan Potassium | 101 | 47 |
| Gabapentin | 98 | 23 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$27 across 1 record (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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 3100 Tongass AveKetchikan, AK 99901-5746Phone: (907) 228-8300Fax: (907) 228-8440
- 1300 Franklin AveSuite 100Normal, IL 61761-3592Phone: (309) 268-3761Fax: (309) 268-5620
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-07-26
- Last updated
- 2024-01-15
- Certified
- 2024-01-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Timothy Buffey's NPI number?
- Timothy Buffey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164422663, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Timothy Buffey's specialty?
- Timothy Buffey is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Timothy Buffey located?
- Timothy Buffey's practice location on file with NPPES is 1100 E Dimond Blvd Ste 103, Anchorage, AK 99515-2010.
- What is Timothy Buffey's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Timothy Buffey is (907) 333-2133.
- Does Timothy Buffey accept Medicare?
- Timothy Buffey is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Timothy Buffey's NPI active?
- Yes — Timothy Buffey's NPI (1164422663) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-01-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.