Charles Buzzanell, M.D.
NPI 1841364551 · Specialist · Asheville, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Charles Buzzanell, M.D. is a Specialist provider in Asheville, NC (NPI 1841364551).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1841364551
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- SpecialistOther Service Providers
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0098-00481 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Other Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 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
2,994 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,286 | $83 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 593 | $52 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 198 | $117 |
| Injection of Anesthetic Or Steroid Into Joint Between Lower Spine and Hip Bone Using Imaging Guidance27096 | 156 | $223 |
| Injection of Trigger Points, 3 Or More Muscles20553 | 114 | $54 |
| Destruction of Lower Or Sacral Spinal Facet Joint Nerves Using Imaging Guidance, Single Facet Joint |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 52 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 617 | 149 |
| Gabapentin | 354 | 107 |
| Morphine Sulfatebrand: Morphine Sulfate Er | 353 | 73 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 310 | 82 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 308 | 74 |
| Methocarbamol | 273 | 117 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,739 across 62 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
- 2006-11-17
- Last updated
- 2011-01-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Charles Buzzanell's NPI number?
- Charles Buzzanell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1841364551, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Charles Buzzanell's specialty?
- Charles Buzzanell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Specialist (Other Service Providers).
- Where is Charles Buzzanell located?
- Charles Buzzanell's practice location on file with NPPES is 172 Asheland Ave, Asheville, NC 28801-4005.
- What is Charles Buzzanell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Charles Buzzanell is (828) 350-9310.
- Does Charles Buzzanell accept Medicare?
- Charles Buzzanell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Charles Buzzanell's NPI active?
- Yes — Charles Buzzanell's NPI (1841364551) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-01-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.