Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Bernard Buchanan, M.D., PHD
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician · Owensboro, KY
- NPI 1881623395
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 100.0 / 100 · 2023
- 49 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1030A Burlew Blvd
Owensboro, KY 423031735
(270) 926-2273 - Mailing address
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Po Box 1919
Owensboro, KY 423021919
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 24, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1977 — 49 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Kentucky #21960
- Medicaid
- KY #64219603
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1881623395. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
116,303
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$870,049
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J1071 |
Injection, testosterone cypionate, 1 mg | 75,300 | 28 | $0 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 4,067 | 1,549 | $8 | |
80053 |
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals | 2,995 | 1,445 | $10 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 2,971 | 1,424 | $8 | |
84443 |
Blood test, thyroid stimulating hormone (tsh) | 2,572 | 1,394 | $16 | |
80061 |
Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) | 2,368 | 1,297 | $13 | |
81000 |
Manual urinalysis test with examination using microscope, non-automated | 2,165 | 1,020 | $4 | |
84439 |
Thyroxine (thyroid chemical), free | 2,110 | 1,072 | $9 | |
82607 |
Cyanocobalamin (vitamin b-12) level | 1,916 | 1,058 | $15 | |
82306 |
Vitamin d-3 level | 1,808 | 1,026 | $29 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 9 peers in this city , average services per provider: 878. This provider delivers 132× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,242
Transactions
68
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen Inc. | 15 | $997.64 | |
| Novo Nordisk Inc | 20 | $335.22 | |
| Insulet Corporation | 9 | $197.09 | |
| SHIELD THERAPEUTICS INC | 3 | $96.22 | |
| Biosense Webster, Inc. | 1 | $84.26 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 4 | $70.34 | |
| Corcept Therapeutics | 3 | $55.99 | |
| Radius Health, Inc. | 1 | $54.86 | |
| Mannkind Corporation | 3 | $44.64 | |
| Dexcom, Inc. | 2 | $38.15 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 2 | $38.09 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 2 | $32.59 | |
| BETA BIONICS, INC. | 1 | $23.84 | |
| Ascensia Diabetes Care Us Inc. | 1 | $23.04 | |
| Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $21.76 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
8,114
Patients
1,958
Total drug cost
$131,952
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 1,038 | 258 | $13,688 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 753 | 168 | $12,544 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 568 | 138 | $7,405 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 535 | 150 | $3,951 |
| Doxazosin Mesylate | Generic | 534 | 142 | $10,114 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 522 | 135 | $7,140 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 513 | 129 | $2,108 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 497 | 119 | $4,559 |
| Synthroid (Levothyroxine Sodium) | Brand | 474 | 115 | $40,286 |
| Alprazolam | Generic | 471 | 79 | $4,858 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Bernard Buchanan's medical specialty?
Dr. Bernard Buchanan practices Internal Medicine Physician in Owensboro, KY.
Where does Dr. Bernard Buchanan practice?
Dr. Bernard Buchanan practices at 1030A Burlew Blvd, Owensboro, KY 423031735. Office phone: 2709262273.
What is Dr. Bernard Buchanan's NPI?
Dr. Bernard Buchanan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881623395, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Bernard Buchanan accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Bernard Buchanan accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Bernard Buchanan commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, testosterone cypionate, 1 mg (HCPCS J1071); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals (HCPCS 80053). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.