Robert Buka, MD
NPI 1427029180 · Dermatology Physician · New York, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Buka, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in New York, NY (NPI 1427029180).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1427029180
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MA07886800 (NJ)
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
13,361 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 3,041 | $96 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 1,463 | $119 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,359 | $135 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 1,023 | $7 |
| Test for Allergy Using Skin Patch95044 | 906 | $6 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 42 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 288 | 163 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 233 | 195 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 207 | 147 |
| Tretinoin | 149 | 100 |
| Fluocinonide | 134 | 64 |
| Tacrolimus | 127 | 94 |
| Dupilumabbrand: Dupixent Pen | 92 | 32 |
| Ruxolitinib Phosphatebrand: Opzelura |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$5,057 across 39 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
- 2006-01-31
- Last updated
- 2008-06-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Buka's NPI number?
- Robert Buka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427029180, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Buka's specialty?
- Robert Buka is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Robert Buka located?
- Robert Buka's practice location on file with NPPES is Bobby Buka M.D. PC, New York, NY 10038.
- What is Robert Buka's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Buka is (212) 385-3700.
- Does Robert Buka accept Medicare?
- Robert Buka is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Buka's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Buka's NPI (1427029180) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-06-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.