Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Buffa, PA
Physician Assistant · Lansing, MI
- NPI 1487753513
- Accepts Medicare
- 22 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1215 E Michigan Ave
Lansing, MI 489121811
(517) 364-2223 - Mailing address
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Po Box 634280
Cincinnati, OH 452630041
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 14, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 2004 — 22 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363A00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Michigan #004578
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1487753513. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
285
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$24,196
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 73 | 72 | $101 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 65 | 61 | $72 | |
87636 |
Detection test by multiplex amplified probe technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (sars-cov-2) (covid-19) and influenza virus types a and b | 35 | 34 | $140 | |
81002 |
Urinalysis, manual test | 27 | 26 | $3 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 24 | 24 | $88 | |
71046 |
X-ray of chest, 2 views | 20 | 20 | $27 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 16 | 16 | $135 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 14 | 14 | $138 | |
87811 |
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (covid-19) | 11 | 11 | $41 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 38 peers in this city , average services per provider: 59. This provider delivers 4.8× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
233
Patients
233
Total drug cost
$1,577
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | Generic | 72 | 72 | $179 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 31 | 31 | $212 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 24 | 24 | $185 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | Generic | 22 | 22 | $224 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | Generic | 21 | 21 | $156 |
| Methocarbamol | Generic | 17 | 17 | $44 |
| Dexamethasone | Generic | 13 | 13 | $86 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 11 | 11 | $396 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 11 | 11 | $59 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 11 | 11 | $36 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Buffa's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Buffa practices Physician Assistant in Lansing, MI.
Where does Dr. Christopher Buffa practice?
Dr. Christopher Buffa practices at 1215 E Michigan Ave, Lansing, MI 489121811. Office phone: 5173642223.
What is Dr. Christopher Buffa's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Buffa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487753513, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Buffa accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Buffa accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Buffa 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 99213); Detection test by multiplex amplified probe technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (sars-cov-2) (covid-19) and influenza virus types a and b (HCPCS 87636). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.