Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Denise Buchanan, PHD

Clinical Psychologist · San Diego, CA

  • NPI 1093709263
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 28 yrs in practice
  • Female
  • Solo practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
6494 Edmonton Ave
San Diego, CA 921222513
(858) 717-2719
fax (858) 408-2468

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
September 2005 — 21 yrs on file
Profile last updated
September 25, 2021
Year of graduation
1998 — 28 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
103TC0700X — NUCC code
State license (1)
California #CP16447

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1093709263. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
276
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$28,716
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
90834 Psychotherapy, 45 minutes 185 12 $90
90837 Psychotherapy, 1 hour 91 12 $132

In context: peer comparison

Among 31 peers in this city , average services per provider: 156. This provider delivers 1.8× the peer median.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Denise Buchanan's medical specialty?
Dr. Denise Buchanan practices Clinical Psychologist in San Diego, CA.
Where does Dr. Denise Buchanan practice?
Dr. Denise Buchanan practices at 6494 Edmonton Ave, San Diego, CA 921222513. Office phone: 8587172719.
What is Dr. Denise Buchanan's NPI?
Dr. Denise Buchanan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1093709263, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Denise Buchanan accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Denise Buchanan accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Denise Buchanan commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Psychotherapy (HCPCS 90834); Psychotherapy (HCPCS 90837). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.