Stephen Buckley, M.D.
NPI 1740283126 · Gastroenterology Physician · Hattiesburg, MS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Buckley, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Hattiesburg, MS (NPI 1740283126).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740283126
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 12824 (MS)
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
21 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
1,314 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 | 343 | $115 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 105 | $116 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 101 | $229 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 93 | $57 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 90 | $152 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 31 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 281 | 85 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 275 | 96 |
| Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Pegbrand: Peg 3350-Electrolyte | 197 | 188 |
| Omeprazole | 164 | 52 |
| Famotidine | 138 | 49 |
| Metoclopramide Hcl | 118 | 51 |
| Metronidazole | 49 | 43 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,526 across 89 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
- 2005-05-31
- Last updated
- 2007-08-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Buckley's NPI number?
- Stephen Buckley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740283126, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Buckley's specialty?
- Stephen Buckley is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Buckley located?
- Stephen Buckley's practice location on file with NPPES is 100 Methodist Hospital Blvd, Hattiesburg, MS 39402-1295.
- What is Stephen Buckley's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Buckley is (601) 268-5185.
- Does Stephen Buckley accept Medicare?
- Stephen Buckley is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Buckley's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Buckley's NPI (1740283126) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-08-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.