Sofia Garcia-Buder, M.D.
NPI 1780622183 · Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician · Chicago, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Endocrinology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sofia Garcia-Buder, M.D. is a Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician provider in Chicago, IL (NPI 1780622183).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1780622183
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 036074618 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
1 documented practice location
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metformin Hcl | 128 | 45 |
| Glimepiride | 99 | 36 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 74 | 30 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 49 | 16 |
| Linagliptinbrand: Tradjenta | 40 | 17 |
| Metformin Hclbrand: Metformin Hcl Er | 35 | 12 |
| Methimazole |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$623 across 32 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
- 2006-06-04
- Last updated
- 2011-05-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sofia Garcia-Buder's NPI number?
- Sofia Garcia-Buder's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780622183, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sofia Garcia-Buder's specialty?
- Sofia Garcia-Buder is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sofia Garcia-Buder located?
- Sofia Garcia-Buder's practice location on file with NPPES is 2719 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614-1413.
- What is Sofia Garcia-Buder's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sofia Garcia-Buder is (773) 388-5685.
- Does Sofia Garcia-Buder accept Medicare?
- Sofia Garcia-Buder is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sofia Garcia-Buder's NPI active?
- Yes — Sofia Garcia-Buder's NPI (1780622183) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-05-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.