Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Russell Buhr, MD
Pulmonary Disease Physician (CMS: Pulmonary Disease) · Internal Medicine Physician · Critical Care Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Los Angeles, CA
- NPI 1295059749
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 84.9 / 100 · 2023
- 16 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
200 Medical Plaza Suite 365B
Los Angeles, CA 900953075
(310) 825-7921
fax (310) 794-6553 - Mailing address
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5767 W Century Blvd Ste 400
Los Angeles, CA 900455631
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2010 — 16 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 26, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2010 — 16 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RP1001X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A129932
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1295059749. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
149
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$16,929
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 90 | 60 | $105 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 37 | 25 | $154 | |
94618 |
Test for exercise-induced lung stress | 11 | 11 | $24 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 11 | 11 | $143 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 45 peers in Los Angeles Pulmonary Disease Physician, average services per provider: 206. This provider delivers 0.7× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$4,092
Transactions
11
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chiesi USA, INC. | 8 | $3,821.35 | |
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals INC. | 1 | $200.00 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 2 | $70.98 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
451
Patients
86
Total drug cost
$384,191
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 73 | 20 | $2,449 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 44 | 16 | $265 |
| Symbicort (Budesonide/Formoterol Fumarate) | Brand | 40 | 11 | $20,956 |
| Trelegy Ellipta (Fluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanter) | Brand | 40 | 11 | $52,548 |
| Dupixent Pen (Dupilumab) | Brand | 34 | 0 | $133,390 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | Generic | 31 | 15 | $692 |
| Anoro Ellipta (Umeclidinium Brm/Vilanterol Tr) | Brand | 29 | 0 | $21,175 |
| Montelukast Sodium | Generic | 29 | 0 | $741 |
| Advair Hfa (Fluticasone Propion/Salmeterol) | Brand | 25 | 0 | $18,126 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 23 | 13 | $168 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Russell Buhr's medical specialty?
Dr. Russell Buhr practices Pulmonary Disease Physician in Los Angeles, CA.
Where does Dr. Russell Buhr practice?
Dr. Russell Buhr practices at 200 Medical Plaza Suite 365B, Los Angeles, CA 900953075. Office phone: 3108257921.
What is Dr. Russell Buhr's NPI?
Dr. Russell Buhr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295059749, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Russell Buhr accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Russell Buhr accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Russell Buhr commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215); Test for exercise-induced lung stress (HCPCS 94618). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.