Richard Buurman, MD
NPI 1467544148 · Family Medicine Physician · Crossville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Buurman, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Crossville, TN (NPI 1467544148).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1467544148
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 28587 (KY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,257 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 | 1,042 | $117 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 635 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 628 | $10 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 610 | $13 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 180 | $8 |
| Advance Care Planning, First 30 Minutes99497 | 123 | $75 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 181 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 701 | 205 |
| Gabapentin | 624 | 94 |
| Lisinopril | 576 | 163 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 453 | 127 |
| Omeprazole | 436 | 123 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 361 | 106 |
| Metformin Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$868 across 50 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
- 2006-09-29
- Last updated
- 2011-12-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Buurman's NPI number?
- Richard Buurman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1467544148, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Buurman's specialty?
- Richard Buurman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Buurman located?
- Richard Buurman's practice location on file with NPPES is 1645 S Main St, Crossville, TN 38555-2908.
- What is Richard Buurman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Buurman is (931) 484-7531.
- Does Richard Buurman accept Medicare?
- Richard Buurman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Buurman's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Buurman's NPI (1467544148) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-12-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.