Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Claire Buchanan, M.D.
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Surgical Oncology Physician · Seattle, WA
- NPI 1689754467
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 87.0 / 100 · 2023
- 28 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1550 N 115Th St
Seattle, WA 981338401
(206) 520-5000 - Mailing address
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Po Box 50095
Seattle, WA 981455095
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 4, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1998 — 28 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Washington #MD00045292
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1689754467. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
156
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$55,899
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
19301 |
Partial removal of breast | 37 | 33 | $721 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 37 | 37 | $215 | |
38525 |
Biopsy or removal of deep lymph nodes of underarm | 18 | 18 | $242 | |
38792 |
Injection of radioactive material for x-ray identification of lymph node | 18 | 18 | $17 | |
38900 |
Imaging of lymph nodes during surgery | 18 | 18 | $144 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 17 | 15 | $121 | |
19303 |
Simple complete removal of breast | 11 | 11 | $1,089 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 36 peers in Seattle Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 26. This provider delivers 6.0× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
93
Patients
73
Total drug cost
$289
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 44 | 42 | $123 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 36 | 31 | $133 |
| Methocarbamol | Generic | 13 | 0 | $33 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Claire Buchanan's medical specialty?
Dr. Claire Buchanan practices Surgery Physician in Seattle, WA.
Where does Dr. Claire Buchanan practice?
Dr. Claire Buchanan practices at 1550 N 115Th St, Seattle, WA 981338401. Office phone: 2065205000.
What is Dr. Claire Buchanan's NPI?
Dr. Claire Buchanan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689754467, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Claire Buchanan accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Claire Buchanan accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Claire Buchanan commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Partial removal of breast (HCPCS 19301); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99205); Biopsy or removal of deep lymph nodes of underarm (HCPCS 38525). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.