Francis Buckman, MD
NPI 1477579662 · Otolaryngology Physician · Fredericksburg, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Francis Buckman, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Fredericksburg, VA (NPI 1477579662).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477579662
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 01059290A (IN)
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
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
2,344 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 | 522 | $87 |
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract95004 | 480 | $3 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 230 | $123 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 193 | $43 |
| Test to Assess Middle Ear Function92567 | 178 | $16 |
| Comprehensive Hearing and Speech Recognition Test92557 | 150 | $34 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Azelastine Hcl | 94 | 51 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 73 | 35 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 39 | 17 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 39 | 26 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 28 | — |
| Mupirocin | 21 | 16 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl/Dexamethbrand: Ciprofloxacin-Dexamethasone | 20 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$176 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
- 2006-07-14
- Last updated
- 2011-07-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Francis Buckman's NPI number?
- Francis Buckman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477579662, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Francis Buckman's specialty?
- Francis Buckman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Francis Buckman located?
- Francis Buckman's practice location on file with NPPES is 1708 Fall Hill Ave, Fredericksburg, VA 22401-3511.
- What is Francis Buckman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Francis Buckman is (540) 371-1226.
- Does Francis Buckman accept Medicare?
- Francis Buckman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Francis Buckman's NPI active?
- Yes — Francis Buckman's NPI (1477579662) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-07-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.