Floyd Buen, M.D.
NPI 1902291479 · Otolaryngology Physician · Newport Beach, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Floyd Buen, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Newport Beach, CA (NPI 1902291479).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1902291479
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A147361 (CA)
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
11 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
1,822 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 472 | $138 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 376 | $179 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 288 | $207 |
| Exam of Ear Using a Microscope92504 | 288 | $33 |
| Removal of Impacted Cerumen (one Or Both Ears) By Physician on Same Date of Service As Audiologic Function TestingG0268 | 158 | $53 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 63 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ipratropium Bromide | 161 | 72 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 89 | 35 |
| Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil | 56 | 37 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 53 | 26 |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 43 | 37 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 42 | 40 |
| Cefdinir | 41 | 39 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$202 across 7 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
- 2015-04-01
- Last updated
- 2020-07-02
- Certified
- 2020-07-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Floyd Buen's NPI number?
- Floyd Buen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902291479, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Floyd Buen's specialty?
- Floyd Buen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Floyd Buen located?
- Floyd Buen's practice location on file with NPPES is 351 Hospital Rd Ste 218, Newport Beach, CA 92663-3505.
- What is Floyd Buen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Floyd Buen is (949) 364-4361.
- Does Floyd Buen accept Medicare?
- Floyd Buen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Floyd Buen's NPI active?
- Yes — Floyd Buen's NPI (1902291479) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-07-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.