2026 NPPES data Periodontics NPI 1821008442 DDS, MPH, MS, MSS
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JOHN BUYER, DDS, MPH, MS, MSS

Periodontics in CHRISTIANSBURG, Virginia. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
428
Medicare Part D claims · 181 beneficiaries · Periodontics avg: 264
What the federal data reveals: JOHN BUYER, DDS, MPH, MS, MSS is a Periodontics ([object Object]) practicing in CHRISTIANSBURG, Virginia with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 428 claims across 181 beneficiaries .

What stands out: JOHN BUYER, DDS, MPH, MS, MSS filed 428 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across CHRISTIANSBURG, Virginia. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

JOHN BUYER, DDS, MPH, MS, MSS at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 08/08/2006

NPI 1821008442

Primary specialty

Periodontics

Mid-sized

6,061 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

428 62% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 264

Specialty distribution in Virginia

How Periodontics compares to other specialties among Virginia providers

Virginia providers

Periodontics share within Virginia

1. Periodontics42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Periodontics share within Virginia

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Periodontics (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Periodontics ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Periodontics) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Periodontics) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

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JOHN BUYER, DDS, MPH, MS, MSS is a Periodontics provider practicing in CHRISTIANSBURG, Virginia, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: DDS, MPH, MS, MSS. NPI: 1821008442. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

JOHN BUYER, DDS, MPH, MS, MSS appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Periodontics provider holding DDS, MPH, MS, MSS credentials at 100 ARBOR DR STE 105, CHRISTIANSBURG, VA, 24073, with a listed phone of (540) 381-0475. NPI 1821008442 was issued on 08/08/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BUYER most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 428 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 181 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $4K in drug spend. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Periodontics is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 6,061 enrolled providers across 53 states and an average of 264 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

100 ARBOR DR STE 105
CHRISTIANSBURG, VA 24073

Provider Details

NPI 1821008442
Specialty Periodontics
Credentials DDS, MPH, MS, MSS
Gender Male
NPI Issued 08/08/2006

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

428
Total Claims
$4K
Total Drug Cost
181
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
459
Total Day Supply
7,028
Brand Drug Cost
$0
Generic Drug Cost
$2K
Antibiotic Claims
120

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
76.1 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
0.90
Gender Split
61% female / 39% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Chlorhexidine Gluconate
123
Etodolac
95
Amoxicillin
85
Clindamycin Hcl
20
Prevident 5000 Dry Mouth
Fluoride (Sodium)
15
Dexamethasone
13
Denta 5000 Plus
Fluoride (Sodium)
11

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Periodontics Overview

How JOHN BUYER, DDS, MPH, MS, MSS fits within the Periodontics landscape nationally.

6,061
Periodontics Providers in US
53
States with Periodontics
264
Avg Claims per Provider

JOHN BUYER, DDS, MPH, MS, MSS's 428 claims are above the specialty average of 264.

Nearby Periodontics Providers in Virginia

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Virginia, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as BUYER.

Compare Periodontics nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is JOHN BUYER, DDS, MPH, MS, MSS's specialty?
JOHN BUYER, DDS, MPH, MS, MSS specializes in Periodontics and practices in CHRISTIANSBURG, Virginia. Credentials: DDS, MPH, MS, MSS.
How much does JOHN BUYER, DDS, MPH, MS, MSS prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, JOHN BUYER, DDS, MPH, MS, MSS wrote 428 Medicare Part D claims totaling $4K in drug costs for 181 beneficiaries.
Where is JOHN BUYER, DDS, MPH, MS, MSS located?
JOHN BUYER, DDS, MPH, MS, MSS is located at 100 ARBOR DR STE 105, CHRISTIANSBURG, VA, 24073. Phone: (540) 381-0475.
What is JOHN BUYER, DDS, MPH, MS, MSS's NPI number?
JOHN BUYER, DDS, MPH, MS, MSS's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821008442, issued on 08/08/2006.
How many Periodontics providers are there in the US?
There are 6,061 Periodontics providers across 53 states in the US. The average Periodontics provider writes 264 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does JOHN BUYER, DDS, MPH, MS, MSS prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, JOHN BUYER, DDS, MPH, MS, MSS's most frequently prescribed drugs include Chlorhexidine Gluconate, Etodolac, Amoxicillin. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does JOHN BUYER, DDS, MPH, MS, MSS accept Medicare?
JOHN BUYER, DDS, MPH, MS, MSS appears in CMS Medicare data with 428 Part D claims and 181 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify JOHN BUYER, DDS, MPH, MS, MSS's credentials?
JOHN BUYER, DDS, MPH, MS, MSS's NPI is 1821008442 with credentials DDS, MPH, MS, MSS. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

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Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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