Joey Buquing, M.D.
NPI 1255335279 · Nephrology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joey Buquing, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1255335279).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255335279
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- K1787 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
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
2,033 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Management Using the Results of Remote Vital Sign Monitoring Per Calendar Month, Each Additional 20 Minutes99458 | 587 | $39 |
| Management Using the Results of Remote Vital Sign Monitoring Per Calendar Month, First 20 Minutes99457 | 269 | $45 |
| Remote Monitoring of Physiologic Parameters, Initial Supply of Devices With Daily Recordings Or Programmed Alerts Transmission, Each 30 Days99454 | 243 | $47 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 195 | $79 |
| Chronic Care Management Services for Two Or More Chronic Conditions, Additional 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99439 | 192 | $47 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older) |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 43 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Calcitriol | 111 | 37 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 103 | 35 |
| Carvedilol | 98 | 37 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 75 | 24 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 70 | 27 |
| Prednisone | 70 | 23 |
| Losartan Potassium | 65 | 23 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,512 across 110 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
- 2005-06-08
- Last updated
- 2010-12-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joey Buquing's NPI number?
- Joey Buquing's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255335279, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joey Buquing's specialty?
- Joey Buquing is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joey Buquing located?
- Joey Buquing's practice location on file with NPPES is 6624 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030-4803.
- What is Joey Buquing's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joey Buquing is (713) 795-5511.
- Does Joey Buquing accept Medicare?
- Joey Buquing is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joey Buquing's NPI active?
- Yes — Joey Buquing's NPI (1255335279) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-12-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.