Charles Buck, D.O.
NPI 1396035630 · Otolaryngology Physician · Waco, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Charles Buck, D.O. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Waco, TX (NPI 1396035630).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396035630
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- Q9132 (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
15 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
1,015 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 | 271 | $121 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 155 | $86 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 151 | $159 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 110 | $172 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 90 | $122 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ipratropium Bromide | 100 | 49 |
| Mupirocin | 95 | 76 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 74 | 42 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 73 | 33 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 56 | 53 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 56 | 54 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl/Dexamethbrand: Ciprofloxacin-Dexamethasone |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$188 across 8 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)
- 744 W 9th StTulsa, OK 74127-9020Phone: (918) 587-2561
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-04-07
- Last updated
- 2021-12-07
- Certified
- 2021-12-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Charles Buck's NPI number?
- Charles Buck's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396035630, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Charles Buck's specialty?
- Charles Buck is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Charles Buck located?
- Charles Buck's practice location on file with NPPES is 50 Hillcrest Medical Blvd Ste 206, Waco, TX 76712.
- What is Charles Buck's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Charles Buck is (254) 202-7950.
- Does Charles Buck accept Medicare?
- Charles Buck is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Charles Buck's NPI active?
- Yes — Charles Buck's NPI (1396035630) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-12-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.