Benjamin Buchanan, M.D.
NPI 1700299310 · Family Medicine Physician · St George, UT
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Sports Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Buchanan, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in St George, UT (NPI 1700299310).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1700299310
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 12767096-1205 (UT)
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
12 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
1,444 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid Large Joint Using Ultrasound Guidance20611 | 384 | $85 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 316 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 141 | $85 |
| Limited Ultrasound Scan of Joint Or Other Extremity Structure Except Blood Vessels76882 | 120 | $58 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 98 | $157 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Diclofenac Sodium | 244 | 186 |
| Methylprednisolone | 38 | 35 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 38 | 32 |
| Meloxicam | 36 | 15 |
| Prednisone | 27 | 26 |
| Gabapentin | 21 | 20 |
| Celecoxib | 19 | 13 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$111 across 3 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
- 2014-06-11
- Last updated
- 2022-07-13
- Certified
- 2022-07-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Buchanan's NPI number?
- Benjamin Buchanan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700299310, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Buchanan's specialty?
- Benjamin Buchanan is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin Buchanan located?
- Benjamin Buchanan's practice location on file with NPPES is 652 S Medical Center Dr, St George, UT 84790-7049.
- What is Benjamin Buchanan's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Buchanan is (435) 251-3600.
- Does Benjamin Buchanan accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Buchanan is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Buchanan's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Buchanan's NPI (1700299310) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-07-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.