Jonathan Buka, M.D.
NPI 1477522050 · Ophthalmology Physician · Oak Lawn, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jonathan Buka, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Oak Lawn, IL (NPI 1477522050).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477522050
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036066839 (IL)
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
2,013 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 796 | $127 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 244 | $34 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 220 | $64 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 218 | $40 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 161 | $150 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 133 | $90 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 682 | 206 |
| Timolol Maleate | 257 | 76 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 175 | 50 |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 140 | 92 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 120 | 41 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 66 | 37 |
| Netarsudil Mesylat/Latanoprostbrand: Rocklatan | 37 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$46 across 2 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
- 2006-03-16
- Last updated
- 2025-10-30
- Certified
- 2025-10-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jonathan Buka's NPI number?
- Jonathan Buka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477522050, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jonathan Buka's specialty?
- Jonathan Buka is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jonathan Buka located?
- Jonathan Buka's practice location on file with NPPES is 4400 W 95th St Ste 312, Oak Lawn, IL 60453-2660.
- What is Jonathan Buka's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jonathan Buka is (708) 581-3514.
- Does Jonathan Buka accept Medicare?
- Jonathan Buka is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jonathan Buka's NPI active?
- Yes — Jonathan Buka's NPI (1477522050) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-10-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.