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WILLIAM BUCK, DMD

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Dentist) in BIRMINGHAM, Alabama. 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
1K
Medicare Part D claims · 422 beneficiaries · Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Dentist) avg: 378
What the federal data reveals: WILLIAM BUCK, DMD is a Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Dentist) ([object Object]) practicing in BIRMINGHAM, Alabama with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 1K claims across 422 beneficiaries .

What stands out: WILLIAM BUCK, DMD filed 1,361 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across BIRMINGHAM, Alabama. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

WILLIAM BUCK, DMD at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 08/21/2006

NPI 1982719639

Primary specialty

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Dentist)

Mid-sized

7,631 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

1,361 260% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 378

Specialty distribution in Alabama

How Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Dentist) compares to other specialties among Alabama providers

Alabama providers

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Dentist) share within Alabama

1. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Dentist)42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Dentist) share within Alabama

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Dentist) (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Dentist) ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Dentist)) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Dentist)) — 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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WILLIAM BUCK, DMD is a Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Dentist) provider practicing in BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: DMD. NPI: 1982719639. 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.

WILLIAM BUCK, DMD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Dentist) provider holding DMD credentials at 1112 19TH ST S, BIRMINGHAM, AL, 35205, with a listed phone of (205) 933-1331. NPI 1982719639 was issued on 08/21/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BUCK 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 1,361 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 422 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $9K in drug spend, with an opioid prescribing rate of 31.0%. 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.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Dentist) is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 7,631 enrolled providers across 52 states and an average of 378 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

1112 19TH ST S
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35205

Provider Details

NPI 1982719639
Specialty Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Dentist)
Credentials DMD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 08/21/2006

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

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

1,361
Total Claims
$9K
Total Drug Cost
422
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
1,361
Total Day Supply
7,929
Generic Drug Cost
$8K
Opioid Claims
422 (31.0% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
482

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
71.6 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.32
Gender Split
61% female / 39% male
Age Distribution
<65: 78, 65-74: 176, 75-84: 124, 85+: 44

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen
Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen
372
Amoxicillin
327
Promethazine Hcl
184
Ondansetron Odt
Ondansetron
157
Methylprednisolone
78
Clindamycin Hcl
76
Oxycodone-Acetaminophen
Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen
40
Cephalexin
30
Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass
Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav
23
Azithromycin
19

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

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Dentist) Overview

How WILLIAM BUCK, DMD fits within the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Dentist) landscape nationally.

7,631
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Dentist) Providers in US
52
States with Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Dentist)
378
Avg Claims per Provider

WILLIAM BUCK, DMD's 1,361 claims are above the specialty average of 378.

Nearby Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Dentist) Providers in Alabama

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

Compare Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Dentist) nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is WILLIAM BUCK, DMD's specialty?
WILLIAM BUCK, DMD specializes in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Dentist) and practices in BIRMINGHAM, Alabama. Credentials: DMD.
How much does WILLIAM BUCK, DMD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, WILLIAM BUCK, DMD wrote 1,361 Medicare Part D claims totaling $9K in drug costs for 422 beneficiaries.
Where is WILLIAM BUCK, DMD located?
WILLIAM BUCK, DMD is located at 1112 19TH ST S, BIRMINGHAM, AL, 35205. Phone: (205) 933-1331.
What is WILLIAM BUCK, DMD's NPI number?
WILLIAM BUCK, DMD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982719639, issued on 08/21/2006.
Does WILLIAM BUCK, DMD prescribe opioids?
Yes, WILLIAM BUCK, DMD had 422 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 31.0%.
How many Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Dentist) providers are there in the US?
There are 7,631 Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Dentist) providers across 52 states in the US. The average Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Dentist) provider writes 378 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does WILLIAM BUCK, DMD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, WILLIAM BUCK, DMD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, Amoxicillin, Promethazine Hcl. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does WILLIAM BUCK, DMD accept Medicare?
WILLIAM BUCK, DMD appears in CMS Medicare data with 1,361 Part D claims and 422 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify WILLIAM BUCK, DMD's credentials?
WILLIAM BUCK, DMD's NPI is 1982719639 with credentials DMD. 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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