Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Robert Buckingham, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Birmingham, AL
- NPI 1558342824
- Accepts Medicare
- 27 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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619 19Th St S, Ohb 251
Birmingham, AL 352497013
(205) 975-7387
fax (205) 975-4662
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 7, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #MD.24818
- Medicaid (2)
- AL #051556388 · AL #109846
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1558342824. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
228
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$31,880
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 98 | 98 | $167 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 86 | 86 | $113 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 23 | 20 | $68 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 21 | 20 | $201 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 79 peers in Birmingham Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 93. This provider delivers 2.5× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
16
Patients
16
Total drug cost
$79
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methocarbamol | Generic | 16 | 16 | $79 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Robert Buckingham's medical specialty?
Dr. Robert Buckingham practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Birmingham, AL.
Where does Dr. Robert Buckingham practice?
Dr. Robert Buckingham practices at 619 19Th St S, Birmingham, AL 352497013. Office phone: 2059757387.
What is Dr. Robert Buckingham's NPI?
Dr. Robert Buckingham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558342824, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Robert Buckingham accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Robert Buckingham accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Robert Buckingham commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99283). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.