Zack Buckalew, M.D.
NPI 1205829199 · Internal Medicine Physician · Alexandria, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Zack Buckalew, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Alexandria, LA (NPI 1205829199).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1205829199
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 012656 (LA)
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
5,202 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 | 756 | $121 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 574 | $9 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 474 | $10 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 445 | $13 |
| 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 | 376 | $16 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 162 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 440 | 78 |
| Potassium Chloride | 308 | 46 |
| Losartan Potassium | 308 | 64 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 297 | 63 |
| Furosemide | 292 | 63 |
| Pravastatin Sodium | 292 | 59 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 273 | 65 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$73 across 4 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
- 2005-08-25
- Last updated
- 2020-09-28
- Certified
- 2020-09-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Zack Buckalew's NPI number?
- Zack Buckalew's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205829199, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Zack Buckalew's specialty?
- Zack Buckalew is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Zack Buckalew located?
- Zack Buckalew's practice location on file with NPPES is 176 Versailles Blvd, Alexandria, LA 71303-2493.
- What is Zack Buckalew's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Zack Buckalew is (318) 445-9331.
- Does Zack Buckalew accept Medicare?
- Zack Buckalew is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Zack Buckalew's NPI active?
- Yes — Zack Buckalew's NPI (1205829199) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-09-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.