Christopher Buchanan, M.D.
NPI 1194728865 · Urology Physician · Granbury, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Buchanan, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Granbury, TX (NPI 1194728865).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1194728865
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- L7993 (TX)
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
21 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
2,878 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 | 790 | $122 |
| 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 | 395 | $16 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 392 | $2 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 242 | $159 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope52000 | 198 | $223 |
| Complete Ultrasound Scan of Pelvis |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 507 | 193 |
| Finasteride | 320 | 115 |
| Cefdinir | 182 | 155 |
| Dutasteride | 124 | 46 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 108 | 41 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 91 | 66 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 87 | 80 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$688 across 17 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
- 2005-05-24
- Last updated
- 2016-05-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Buchanan's NPI number?
- Christopher Buchanan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194728865, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Buchanan's specialty?
- Christopher Buchanan is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Buchanan located?
- Christopher Buchanan's practice location on file with NPPES is 1209 Medical Plaza Ct, Granbury, TX 76048-5684.
- What is Christopher Buchanan's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Buchanan is (817) 573-3272.
- Does Christopher Buchanan accept Medicare?
- Christopher Buchanan is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Buchanan's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Buchanan's NPI (1194728865) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-05-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.