Nora Bucher, MD
NPI 1942416524 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Vancouver, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nora Bucher, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Vancouver, WA (NPI 1942416524).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1942416524
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A91791 (CA)
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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,072 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 420 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 400 | $10 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 324 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 180 | $131 |
| Immunologic Analysis for Detection of Tumor Antigen, Quantitative; Ca 15-386300 | 176 | $20 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 40 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Anastrozole | 211 | 59 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 82 | 19 |
| Letrozole | 78 | 28 |
| Exemestane | 56 | 14 |
| Tamoxifen Citrate | 55 | 16 |
| Lorazepam | 46 | — |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 38 | — |
| Apixaban |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$16,507 across 13 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 (2)
- 1180 N Indian Canyon Dr Ste E218Palm Springs, CA 92262-4885Phone: (760) 416-4918Fax: (760) 416-4817
- 1180 N Indian Canyon Dr Ste E218Palm Springs, CA 92262-4885Phone: (760) 416-4918Fax: (760) 416-4817
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-05-14
- Last updated
- 2019-04-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nora Bucher's NPI number?
- Nora Bucher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942416524, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nora Bucher's specialty?
- Nora Bucher is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nora Bucher located?
- Nora Bucher's practice location on file with NPPES is 210 Se 136th Ave, Vancouver, WA 98684.
- What is Nora Bucher's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nora Bucher is (360) 944-9889.
- Does Nora Bucher accept Medicare?
- Nora Bucher is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nora Bucher's NPI active?
- Yes — Nora Bucher's NPI (1942416524) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-04-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.