Gary Butka, M.D.
NPI 1871581272 · Internal Medicine Physician · Brownwood, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gary Butka, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Brownwood, TX (NPI 1871581272).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871581272
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G6479 (TX)
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
1,544 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 571 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 325 | $172 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 239 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 152 | $120 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 62 | $64 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 137 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 268 | 60 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 173 | 36 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 166 | 18 |
| Levothyroxine Sodiumbrand: Synthroid | 146 | 28 |
| Omeprazole | 137 | 28 |
| Gabapentin | 120 | 29 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,090 across 23 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
- 2005-10-10
- Last updated
- 2008-01-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gary Butka's NPI number?
- Gary Butka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871581272, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gary Butka's specialty?
- Gary Butka is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gary Butka located?
- Gary Butka's practice location on file with NPPES is 2502 Crockett Dr, Brownwood, TX 76801-5900.
- What is Gary Butka's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gary Butka is (325) 643-5521.
- Does Gary Butka accept Medicare?
- Gary Butka is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gary Butka's NPI active?
- Yes — Gary Butka's NPI (1871581272) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-01-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.