Edward Buchsbaum, MD
NPI 1376648170 · Allergy & Immunology Physician · Torrance, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Allergy/Immunology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Edward Buchsbaum, MD is a Allergy & Immunology Physician provider in Torrance, CA (NPI 1376648170).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1376648170
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Allergy & Immunology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G36432 (CA)
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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,259 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract95004 | 2,114 | $4 |
| Professional Service for Multiple Injections of Allergen95117 | 708 | $14 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 189 | $138 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 80 | $94 |
| Test to Measure Expiratory Airflow and Volume94010 | 73 | $31 |
| 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'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Montelukast Sodium | 230 | 58 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 87 | 40 |
| Fluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanterbrand: Trelegy Ellipta | 52 | — |
| Azelastine Hcl | 46 | 21 |
| Fluticasone Propion/Salmeterolbrand: Wixela Inhub | 41 | — |
| Fluticasone Propion/Salmeterolbrand: Fluticasone-Salmeterol | 40 | 11 |
| Albuterol Sulfate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$426 across 26 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 390 N Pacific Coast Hwy # 1016El Segundo, CA 90245-4475Phone: (310) 371-1388Fax: (310) 371-3439
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-09-14
- Last updated
- 2026-06-02
- Certified
- 2026-06-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edward Buchsbaum's NPI number?
- Edward Buchsbaum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1376648170, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Edward Buchsbaum's specialty?
- Edward Buchsbaum is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Allergy & Immunology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Edward Buchsbaum located?
- Edward Buchsbaum's practice location on file with NPPES is 20911 Earl Street, Torrance, CA 90503.
- What is Edward Buchsbaum's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Edward Buchsbaum is (310) 371-1388.
- Does Edward Buchsbaum accept Medicare?
- Edward Buchsbaum is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Edward Buchsbaum's NPI active?
- Yes — Edward Buchsbaum's NPI (1376648170) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-06-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.