Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Cynthia Buff, PHD LCSW LCAS RN
Addiction (Substance Use Disorder) Counselor (CMS: Clinical Social Worker) · Clinical Social Worker · Asheville, NC
- NPI 1538146881
- Accepts Medicare
- 40 yrs in practice
- Female
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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107 Brevard RD
Asheville, NC 288062922
(828) 253-0778
fax (828) 252-3774
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 11, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1986 — 40 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 101YA0400X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- North Carolina #591 · North Carolina #C000426
- Medicaid
- NC #6002195
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1538146881. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
333
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$35,901
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
90837 |
Psychotherapy, 1 hour | 309 | 21 | $106 | |
90791 |
Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation | 24 | 24 | $127 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 249. This provider delivers 1.3× the peer median.Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Cynthia Buff's medical specialty?
Dr. Cynthia Buff practices Addiction (Substance Use Disorder) Counselor in Asheville, NC.
Where does Dr. Cynthia Buff practice?
Dr. Cynthia Buff practices at 107 Brevard RD, Asheville, NC 288062922. Office phone: 8282530778.
What is Dr. Cynthia Buff's NPI?
Dr. Cynthia Buff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538146881, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Cynthia Buff accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Cynthia Buff accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Cynthia Buff commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Psychotherapy (HCPCS 90837); Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation (HCPCS 90791). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.