Patrick Bufkin, M.D.
NPI 1942404496 · Emergency Medicine Physician · Jackson, MS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Emergency Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Patrick Bufkin, M.D. is a Emergency Medicine Physician provider in Jackson, MS (NPI 1942404496).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1942404496
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Emergency Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 20223 (MS)
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
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
1,548 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency Department Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making99285 | 663 | $162 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 516 | $7 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 206 | $196 |
| Emergency Department Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making99284 | 135 | $112 |
| Emergent Insertion of Breathing Tube Into Windpipe Using an Endoscope31500 | 17 | $129 |
| Simple Repair of Surface Wound of Scalp, Neck, Underarms, Trunk, Arms, Or Legs, 2.6-7.5 Cm12002 | 11 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 47 | 46 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 28 | 28 |
| Azithromycin | 24 | 24 |
| Naproxen Sodium | 20 | 19 |
| Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Crystbrand: Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro | 18 | 18 |
| Prednisone | 16 | 13 |
| Cephalexin | 13 | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$50 across 3 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
- 2007-06-11
- Last updated
- 2020-06-05
- Certified
- 2020-06-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Patrick Bufkin's NPI number?
- Patrick Bufkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942404496, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Patrick Bufkin's specialty?
- Patrick Bufkin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Emergency Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Patrick Bufkin located?
- Patrick Bufkin's practice location on file with NPPES is 969 Lakeland Dr, Jackson, MS 39216-4606.
- What is Patrick Bufkin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Patrick Bufkin is (601) 200-6175.
- Does Patrick Bufkin accept Medicare?
- Patrick Bufkin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Patrick Bufkin's NPI active?
- Yes — Patrick Bufkin's NPI (1942404496) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-06-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.