Richard Buch, M.D.
NPI 1871596957 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Carrollton, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Buch, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Carrollton, TX (NPI 1871596957).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871596957
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- H5391 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
21 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
630 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 | 124 | $81 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 105 | $63 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 101 | $35 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 79 | $114 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 60 | $42 |
| Extensive Or Complicated Repair of Surface Wound Reopening13160 | 32 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Nabumetone | 317 | 98 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 233 | 91 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 171 | 55 |
| Meloxicam | 146 | 58 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 119 | 67 |
| Prednisone | 100 | 52 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 84 | 18 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$250 across 8 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)
- 4001 W 15th StSuite 290Plano, TX 75093-5841Phone: (469) 443-0924Fax: (469) 443-0943
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-05-23
- Last updated
- 2025-11-11
- Certified
- 2025-11-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Buch's NPI number?
- Richard Buch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871596957, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Buch's specialty?
- Richard Buch is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Buch located?
- Richard Buch's practice location on file with NPPES is 4333 N Josey Ln Ste 100b, Carrollton, TX 75010-4620.
- What is Richard Buch's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Buch is (469) 443-0924.
- Does Richard Buch accept Medicare?
- Richard Buch is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Buch's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Buch's NPI (1871596957) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-11-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.