Patricia Buehler, M.D.
NPI 1528271707 · Ophthalmology Physician · Bend, OR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Patricia Buehler, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Bend, OR (NPI 1528271707).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1528271707
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD17853 (OR)
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
1,119 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 | 281 | $124 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 176 | $88 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 109 | $35 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 88 | $40 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 85 | $127 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 71 | $62 |
| Photography of Content of Eyes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 172 | 44 |
| Timolol Maleate | 58 | 19 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 47 | 43 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 33 | 11 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 33 | 22 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 26 | 24 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 18 | 18 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$358 across 4 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
- 2007-05-07
- Last updated
- 2024-10-07
- Certified
- 2024-10-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Patricia Buehler's NPI number?
- Patricia Buehler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528271707, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Patricia Buehler's specialty?
- Patricia Buehler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Patricia Buehler located?
- Patricia Buehler's practice location on file with NPPES is 2450 Ne Mary Rose Pl, Bend, OR 97701.
- What is Patricia Buehler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Patricia Buehler is (541) 318-8388.
- Does Patricia Buehler accept Medicare?
- Patricia Buehler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Patricia Buehler's NPI active?
- Yes — Patricia Buehler's NPI (1528271707) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-10-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.