Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. John Buhac, MD
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Albany, NY
- NPI 1235184789
- Accepts Medicare
- 35 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1375 Washington Ave, Ste 101
Albany, NY 122061056
(518) 438-4483
fax (518) 482-4201
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 6, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 1991 — 35 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Massachusetts #152827
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1235184789. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
614
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$64,138
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G0500 |
Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito | 149 | 149 | $5 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 93 | 79 | $123 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 71 | 57 | $76 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 56 | 56 | $237 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 54 | 54 | $102 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 44 | 44 | $167 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 42 | 42 | $160 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 37 | 37 | $171 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 22 | 22 | $134 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 13 | 13 | $83 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 12 peers in Albany Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 191. This provider delivers 3.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$20
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 1 | $20.00 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
931
Patients
316
Total drug cost
$117,758
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | Generic | 347 | 122 | $5,225 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 146 | 57 | $5,446 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 134 | 51 | $3,148 |
| Lansoprazole | Generic | 39 | 16 | $1,273 |
| Peg 3350-Electrolyte (Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Peg) | Brand | 31 | 31 | $651 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 29 | 13 | $718 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 25 | 0 | $21,784 |
| Ursodiol | Generic | 24 | 0 | $6,779 |
| Budesonide Ec (Budesonide) | Brand | 23 | 0 | $6,422 |
| Colestipol Hcl | Generic | 23 | 13 | $4,165 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. John Buhac's medical specialty?
Dr. John Buhac practices Gastroenterology Physician in Albany, NY.
Where does Dr. John Buhac practice?
Dr. John Buhac practices at 1375 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 122061056. Office phone: 5184384483.
What is Dr. John Buhac's NPI?
Dr. John Buhac's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235184789, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. John Buhac accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. John Buhac accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. John Buhac commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito (HCPCS G0500); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.