Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Karen Bucher, D.O.
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Family Medicine Physician · Pittsburgh, PA
- NPI 1679912430
- Accepts Medicare
- 13 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
5700 Corporate Dr Ste 700
Pittsburgh, PA 152375829
(412) 630-2670
fax (412) 630-2613 - Mailing address
-
8150 Perry Hwy Ste 201
Pittsburgh, PA 152375200
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2013 — 13 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 17, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2013 — 13 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Pennsylvania #OS017334 · Arkansas #E-10029
- Medicaid
- PA #103742720-0001
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1679912430. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,769
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$101,054
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 262 | 121 | $122 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 141 | 56 | $76 | |
80048 |
Blood test, basic group of blood chemicals (calcium, total) | 137 | 85 | $8 | |
80076 |
Liver function blood test panel | 104 | 80 | $8 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 103 | 68 | $8 | |
80061 |
Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) | 85 | 72 | $13 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 82 | 82 | $122 | |
83036 |
Hemoglobin a1c level | 75 | 49 | $10 | |
G0444 |
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes | 57 | 57 | $17 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 55 | 47 | $87 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 89 peers in this city , average services per provider: 65. This provider delivers 27× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$323
Transactions
18
Manufacturers
10
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novo Nordisk Inc | 3 | $60.52 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 3 | $56.31 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 2 | $44.43 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 2 | $39.61 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 2 | $29.84 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 2 | $28.62 | |
| Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc | 1 | $17.88 | |
| Tactile Systems Technology Inc | 1 | $17.70 | |
| Dexcom, Inc. | 1 | $14.19 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP | 1 | $13.73 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,443
Patients
843
Total drug cost
$134,435
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 489 | 123 | $7,235 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 394 | 91 | $7,016 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 257 | 61 | $1,787 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 242 | 64 | $1,627 |
| Sertraline Hcl | Generic | 219 | 45 | $2,544 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 213 | 55 | $2,684 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 212 | 58 | $1,718 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 198 | 39 | $2,214 |
| Simvastatin | Generic | 196 | 46 | $1,964 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 193 | 60 | $4,055 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Karen Bucher's medical specialty?
Dr. Karen Bucher practices Family Medicine Physician in Pittsburgh, PA.
Where does Dr. Karen Bucher practice?
Dr. Karen Bucher practices at 5700 Corporate Dr Ste 700, Pittsburgh, PA 152375829. Office phone: 4126302670.
What is Dr. Karen Bucher's NPI?
Dr. Karen Bucher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679912430, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Karen Bucher accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Karen Bucher accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Karen Bucher commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Blood test, basic group of blood chemicals (calcium, total) (HCPCS 80048). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.