Scott Buchowski, MD
NPI 1790170629 · Nephrology Physician · Grand Rapids, MI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Scott Buchowski, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Grand Rapids, MI (NPI 1790170629).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1790170629
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4301115803 (MI)
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
11 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
1,011 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 361 | $74 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 171 | $121 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 156 | $326 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 94 | $124 |
| Home Dialysis Services Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90966 | 80 | $279 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 49 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Calcitriol | 205 | 53 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 147 | 55 |
| Lisinopril | 116 | 39 |
| Losartan Potassium | 110 | 38 |
| Torsemide | 107 | 32 |
| Carvedilol | 100 | 33 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 92 | 21 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,285 across 37 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)
- 649 Hastings AveHolland, MI 49423-5427Phone: (616) 752-6235Fax: (616) 752-6324
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-03-30
- Last updated
- 2026-03-20
- Certified
- 2026-03-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Scott Buchowski's NPI number?
- Scott Buchowski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790170629, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Scott Buchowski's specialty?
- Scott Buchowski is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Scott Buchowski located?
- Scott Buchowski's practice location on file with NPPES is 330 E Beltline Ave Ne Ste 100, Grand Rapids, MI 49506-1267.
- What is Scott Buchowski's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Scott Buchowski is (616) 752-6235.
- Does Scott Buchowski accept Medicare?
- Scott Buchowski is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Scott Buchowski's NPI active?
- Yes — Scott Buchowski's NPI (1790170629) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-03-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.