Clay Buchanan, M.D.
NPI 1578900486 · Family Medicine Physician · New Braunfels, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Clay Buchanan, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in New Braunfels, TX (NPI 1578900486).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578900486
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- Q3154 (TX)
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
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
904 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 | 459 | $121 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 113 | $123 |
| Online Digital Evaluation and Management Service for an Established Patient for Up to 7 Days, Total Time 5-10 Minutes99421 | 96 | $14 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 71 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 66 | $86 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 142 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 441 | 142 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 437 | 151 |
| Losartan Potassium | 240 | 90 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 237 | 86 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 232 | 79 |
| Gabapentin | 172 | 72 |
| Lisinopril |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$220 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1762 E Common StNew Braunfels, TX 78130-6059Phone: (830) 327-1021Fax: (830) 327-1021
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-05-31
- Last updated
- 2024-01-22
- Certified
- 2024-01-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Clay Buchanan's NPI number?
- Clay Buchanan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578900486, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Clay Buchanan's specialty?
- Clay Buchanan is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Clay Buchanan located?
- Clay Buchanan's practice location on file with NPPES is 1770 State Highway 46 W Ste 1200, New Braunfels, TX 78132-5391.
- What is Clay Buchanan's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Clay Buchanan is (830) 730-4125.
- Does Clay Buchanan accept Medicare?
- Clay Buchanan is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Clay Buchanan's NPI active?
- Yes — Clay Buchanan's NPI (1578900486) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-01-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.