Hal Buch, MD
NPI 1780649574 · Gastroenterology Physician · Kingston, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Hal Buch, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Kingston, NY (NPI 1780649574).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1780649574
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 193060-1 (NY)
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
6,831 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 1,907 | $38 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue Including Interpretation and Report88313 | 1,262 | $12 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Initial Procedure88342 | 825 | $35 |
| Office Or Other Outpatient Visit for the Evaluation and Management of Established Patient That May Not Require Presence of Healthcare Professional99211 | 503 | $23 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 485 | $57 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Identify Organisms Including Interpretation and Report88312 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 342 | 135 |
| Famotidine | 244 | 74 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 102 | 42 |
| Dexlansoprazolebrand: Dexlansoprazole Dr | 50 | 15 |
| Diphenoxylate Hcl/Atropinebrand: Diphenoxylate-Atropine | 27 | — |
| Lansoprazole | 27 | — |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 14 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$323 across 14 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
- 2006-04-18
- Last updated
- 2019-11-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Hal Buch's NPI number?
- Hal Buch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780649574, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Hal Buch's specialty?
- Hal Buch is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Hal Buch located?
- Hal Buch's practice location on file with NPPES is 117 Marys Ave, Kingston, NY 12401-5849.
- What is Hal Buch's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Hal Buch is (845) 331-8146.
- Does Hal Buch accept Medicare?
- Hal Buch is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Hal Buch's NPI active?
- Yes — Hal Buch's NPI (1780649574) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-11-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.