Albert Buch, D.O.
NPI 1609968734 · Internal Medicine Physician · Columbiana, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Albert Buch, D.O. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Columbiana, OH (NPI 1609968734).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609968734
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 34.006382 (OH)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,366 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 | 541 | $127 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 244 | $89 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 215 | $132 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 | 80 | $30 |
| Blood Test, Clotting Time85610 | 79 | $4 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 52 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 170 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Lisinopril | 518 | 139 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 492 | 142 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 487 | 130 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 389 | 99 |
| Simvastatin | 376 | 108 |
| Omeprazole | 359 | 101 |
| Metformin Hcl | 354 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$783 across 43 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)
- 49674 N Park CirEast Liverpool, OH 43920-8931Phone: (330) 932-0945
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-09-28
- Last updated
- 2026-05-07
- Certified
- 2026-05-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Albert Buch's NPI number?
- Albert Buch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609968734, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Albert Buch's specialty?
- Albert Buch is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Albert Buch located?
- Albert Buch's practice location on file with NPPES is 225 E State Route 14 Ste 201, Columbiana, OH 44408-8490.
- What is Albert Buch's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Albert Buch is (234) 287-6533.
- Does Albert Buch accept Medicare?
- Albert Buch is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Albert Buch's NPI active?
- Yes — Albert Buch's NPI (1609968734) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.