Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Sam Buffer, M.D.
Cardiovascular Disease Physician (CMS: Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)) · Pittsburgh, PA
- NPI 1699747634
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 77.5 / 100 · 2023
- 38 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
9380 McKnight RD, Suite 201
Pittsburgh, PA 152375954
(412) 367-8202
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 17, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1988 — 38 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RC0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #MD042229L
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1699747634. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,540
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$94,212
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 536 | 481 | $8 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 339 | 268 | $94 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 212 | 179 | $123 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 188 | 74 | $76 | |
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 87 | 87 | $66 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 56 | 52 | $127 | |
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 43 | 43 | $14 | |
93325 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate and valve function | 16 | 16 | $6 | |
93016 |
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision by physician | 14 | 14 | $20 | |
93018 |
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with review by physician | 14 | 14 | $14 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 44 peers in Pittsburgh Cardiovascular Disease Physician, average services per provider: 101. This provider delivers 15× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$18
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 1 | $17.63 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
7,799
Patients
2,237
Total drug cost
$1,532,557
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 1,032 | 294 | $15,750 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 907 | 205 | $1,067,522 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 817 | 228 | $8,897 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 623 | 202 | $5,379 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 612 | 202 | $14,143 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 563 | 163 | $4,738 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 524 | 159 | $8,631 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 523 | 160 | $14,312 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 418 | 123 | $5,182 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 400 | 113 | $6,063 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Sam Buffer's medical specialty?
Dr. Sam Buffer practices Cardiovascular Disease Physician in Pittsburgh, PA.
Where does Dr. Sam Buffer practice?
Dr. Sam Buffer practices at 9380 McKnight RD, Pittsburgh, PA 152375954. Office phone: 4123678202.
What is Dr. Sam Buffer's NPI?
Dr. Sam Buffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1699747634, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Sam Buffer accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Sam Buffer accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Sam Buffer commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.