Claudia Lama Von Buchwald, MD
NPI 1447636451 · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Billings, MT
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Cardiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Claudia Lama Von Buchwald, MD is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider in Billings, MT (NPI 1447636451).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1447636451
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MED-PHYS-LIC-124362 (MT)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
10 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
1,529 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 290 | $66 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 209 | $140 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 167 | $12 |
| Insertion of Tube in Left Lower Heart Chamber and Coronary Artery for Diagnosis With Review By Radiologist93458 | 105 | $235 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 76 | $130 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 169 | 73 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 163 | 77 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 110 | 30 |
| Losartan Potassium | 109 | 39 |
| Furosemide | 90 | 45 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 86 | 40 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,762 across 27 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
- 2015-08-03
- Last updated
- 2024-04-15
- Certified
- 2024-04-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Claudia Lama Von Buchwald's NPI number?
- Claudia Lama Von Buchwald's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447636451, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Claudia Lama Von Buchwald's specialty?
- Claudia Lama Von Buchwald is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Claudia Lama Von Buchwald located?
- Claudia Lama Von Buchwald's practice location on file with NPPES is 801 N 29th St, Billings, MT 59101-0905.
- What is Claudia Lama Von Buchwald's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Claudia Lama Von Buchwald is (406) 238-2500.
- Does Claudia Lama Von Buchwald accept Medicare?
- Claudia Lama Von Buchwald is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Claudia Lama Von Buchwald's NPI active?
- Yes — Claudia Lama Von Buchwald's NPI (1447636451) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-04-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.