Richard Buck, M.D.
NPI 1609867472 · Medical Oncology Physician · Sarasota, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Medical Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Buck, M.D. is a Medical Oncology Physician provider in Sarasota, FL (NPI 1609867472).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609867472
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Medical Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME75497 (FL)
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
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
22,894 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Injection, Fosaprepitant (focinvez), 1 MgJ1434 | 8,400 | $3 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 3,311 | $8 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 3,023 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 2,099 | $124 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 1,250 | $14 |
| Injection of Additional New Drug Or Substance Into Vein96375 | 748 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Lenalidomidebrand: Revlimid | 135 | 16 |
| Hydroxyurea | 75 | 17 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 62 | 12 |
| Acyclovir | 54 | 15 |
| Anastrozole | 53 | 17 |
| Acalabrutinib Maleatebrand: Calquence | 46 | — |
| Venetoclaxbrand: Venclexta | 44 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$439 across 16 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
- 2005-11-02
- Last updated
- 2022-04-29
- Certified
- 2022-04-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Buck's NPI number?
- Richard Buck's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609867472, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Buck's specialty?
- Richard Buck is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Medical Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Buck located?
- Richard Buck's practice location on file with NPPES is 600 N Cattlemen Rd, Sarasota, FL 34232-6422.
- What is Richard Buck's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Buck is (941) 377-9993.
- Does Richard Buck accept Medicare?
- Richard Buck is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Buck's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Buck's NPI (1609867472) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-04-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.