Michael Buck, DPM
NPI 1437166212 · Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist · Lemont, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Podiatry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Buck, DPM is a Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist provider in Lemont, IL (NPI 1437166212).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437166212
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Foot & Ankle Surgery PodiatristPodiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
- Credential
- DPM
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 016004321 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
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
3,583 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 | 1,236 | $93 |
| Trimming of Dystrophic Nails, Any NumberG0127 | 725 | $24 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 565 | $132 |
| X-Ray of Foot, Minimum of 3 Views73630 | 255 | $35 |
| Removal of Fingernails Or Toenails, 1-5 Nails11720 | 195 | $34 |
| Removal of Fingernails Or Toenails, 6 Or More Nails11721 | 114 | $46 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 110 | 61 |
| Methylprednisolone | 90 | 68 |
| Gabapentin | 58 | 15 |
| Ketoconazole | 47 | 23 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 46 | 14 |
| Ciclopirox | 46 | 18 |
| Cephalexin | 36 | 27 |
| Colchicine |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$411 across 13 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)
- 16735 Oak Park AveTinley Park, IL 60477-2715Phone: (847) 250-9096
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-02
- Last updated
- 2021-12-29
- Certified
- 2021-12-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Buck's NPI number?
- Michael Buck's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437166212, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Buck's specialty?
- Michael Buck is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist (Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers).
- Where is Michael Buck located?
- Michael Buck's practice location on file with NPPES is 15531 127th St, Lemont, IL 60439-8555.
- What is Michael Buck's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Buck is (630) 257-9000.
- Does Michael Buck accept Medicare?
- Michael Buck is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Buck's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Buck's NPI (1437166212) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-12-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.