Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Samantha Buchika, MD
Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Flagstaff, AZ
- NPI 1972511608
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 84.4 / 100 · 2023
- 32 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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77 W Forest Ave Ste 117
Flagstaff, AZ 860011482
(928) 773-2505
fax (928) 773-2504
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 24, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207L00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Arizona #26451
- Medicaid
- AZ #432584
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1972511608. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
207
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$32,361
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
00811 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope | 85 | 85 | $125 | |
00731 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope | 37 | 36 | $129 | |
00812 |
Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope | 27 | 27 | $99 | |
00790 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen | 13 | 13 | $338 | |
00830 |
Anesthesia for other repair of lower abdomen hernia (1 year or older) | 12 | 12 | $204 | |
00532 |
Anesthesia for access to central vein | 11 | 11 | $172 | |
01402 |
Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement | 11 | 11 | $319 | |
01480 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones | 11 | 11 | $188 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 12 peers in Flagstaff Anesthesiology Physician, average services per provider: 20. This provider delivers 10× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$20
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 1 | $20.00 |
By nature of payment
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Samantha Buchika's medical specialty?
Dr. Samantha Buchika practices Anesthesiology Physician in Flagstaff, AZ.
Where does Dr. Samantha Buchika practice?
Dr. Samantha Buchika practices at 77 W Forest Ave Ste 117, Flagstaff, AZ 860011482. Office phone: 9287732505.
What is Dr. Samantha Buchika's NPI?
Dr. Samantha Buchika's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972511608, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Samantha Buchika accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Samantha Buchika accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Samantha Buchika commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope (HCPCS 00811); Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope (HCPCS 00731); Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope (HCPCS 00812). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.