Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Christopher Buchanan, M.D.
Urology Physician · Granbury, TX
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Low-engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
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What this data tells you about Dr. Buchanan
Dr. Christopher Buchanan is an urology physician in Granbury, TX, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Buchanan performed 3,452 Medicare services across 2,649 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Buchanan received a total of $3,441 from 35 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 108 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in urology physician. Most payments are for meals and travel — low-value interactions common across virtually all practicing physicians. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Buchanan is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. This is not a quality rating. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.
✓ 20 years in practice
▲ Top 34% volume in TX
$3,441 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗3,452
Medicare services
Top 34% in TX for urology physician
2,649
Unique beneficiaries
$76
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~173 Medicare services per year of practice
Top procedures by volume
Ranked by number of services performed for Medicare patients. Avg. submitted charge is what the provider billed; avg. Medicare payment is what CMS paid.
| Procedure | Volume | Avg. paid | Avg. submitted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office visit, established patient (30-39 min) A follow-up office visit for an existing patient lasting between 30 and 39 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
753 | $88 | $219 |
| Automated urinalysis An automated laboratory test performed on a urine sample to analyze its chemical and physical properties. The procedure uses machinery to detect various substances and cells within the urine. |
362 | $2 | $7 |
| New patient office visit (45-59 min) An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 45 and 59 minutes. This code covers the total time spent by the physician or qualified healthcare professional on the date of the encounter. |
314 | $110 | $334 |
| Cystourethroscopy A diagnostic exam of the bladder and urethra using an endoscope to visually inspect the urinary tract. |
227 | $178 | $469 |
| Urine culture, bacterial colony count A laboratory test that measures the number of bacteria growing in a urine sample to help identify infections. |
219 | $8 | $24 |
| Complete pelvic ultrasound An imaging test using sound waves to create pictures of the organs and structures within the pelvis. |
162 | $81 | $228 |
| Leuprolide acetate (for depot suspension), 7.5 mg | 147 | $134 | $1,043 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
128 | $8 | $10 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) | 110 | $18 | $51 |
| Bacterial culture, aerobic A laboratory test that grows and identifies bacteria capable of surviving in oxygen. The results help determine the presence of specific aerobic microorganisms. |
108 | $8 | $24 |
| Antibiotic sensitivity test A laboratory test that determines which antibiotics, antifungals, or antivirals are effective against a specific microorganism using microdilution or agar dilution methods. |
108 | $8 | $24 |
| Bladder ultrasound after voiding An ultrasound scan performed after urination to measure the amount of urine remaining in the bladder. |
83 | $7 | $46 |
| Ceftriaxone antibiotic injection This code represents the administration of ceftriaxone sodium, an antibiotic medication. The charge is calculated for every 250 mg of the drug administered. |
60 | $0 | $16 |
| Free PSA test A blood test that measures the amount of unbound prostate-specific antigen in the blood. |
56 | $18 | $51 |
| Imaging of urinary tract with contrast An imaging test of the urinary tract performed after a contrast agent is injected to enhance visibility of the structures. |
55 | $19 | $75 |
| Bladder and urethra clot removal with endoscope A procedure using an endoscope to irrigate and remove multiple blood clots from the bladder and urethra. |
42 | $326 | $951 |
| Laser vaporization of prostate A procedure that uses a laser to remove excess prostate tissue through an endoscope. The process includes controlling any bleeding that occurs during the treatment. |
40 | $503 | $4,699 |
| Urinalysis with microscopic exam A urine test performed manually that includes examining the sample under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
36 | $3 | $9 |
| Prostate gland biopsy A procedure to remove small samples of tissue from the prostate gland for laboratory examination. |
33 | $162 | $510 |
| Ultrasound guidance for needle placement Use of ultrasound imaging to guide the precise placement of a needle during a medical procedure. |
33 | $45 | $360 |
| Urine culture, bacterial identification A laboratory test that grows and identifies bacteria from a urine sample to detect infections. |
33 | $8 | $23 |
| Complete blood count (CBC) with differential An automated laboratory test that measures the levels of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets in the blood, including a breakdown of the different types of white blood cells. |
32 | $7 | $22 |
| Ureteral stone crushing with stent insertion An endoscope is used to break up a stone in the ureter, followed by the placement of a stent to keep the ureter open. |
30 | $306 | $863 |
| Initial hospital admission, moderate complexity Initial hospital inpatient or observation care for a new patient involving moderate-level medical decision making, with at least 55 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
27 | $96 | $280 |
| Total testosterone level test A blood test that measures the total amount of testosterone in your body. This hormone is important for various bodily functions in both men and women. |
25 | $25 | $71 |
| Subcutaneous or intramuscular chemotherapy injection This procedure involves administering anti-cancer hormonal medication through an injection into the tissue under the skin or into a muscle. |
25 | $26 | $86 |
| Total estradiol level test A blood test that measures the total amount of estradiol, a form of estrogen, in the body. |
22 | $27 | $77 |
| Endoscopic removal of kidney or ureter stone A procedure to remove or manipulate a stone in the kidney or ureter using an endoscope. The endoscope is a thin, lighted tube inserted into the body to visualize and treat the stone. |
21 | $83 | $849 |
| Bladder stone removal, less than 2.5 cm A procedure to crush, fragment, and remove bladder stones that are smaller than 2.5 centimeters. |
20 | $169 | $2,739 |
| Ureteral stent insertion via endoscope A flexible tube is inserted into the ureter using an endoscope to keep the passage open and allow urine to flow from the kidney to the bladder. |
20 | $82 | $400 |
| Transurethral prostate removal with electrocautery This procedure involves removing the prostate gland through the urethra using an endoscope and an electrocautery knife to control bleeding. |
19 | $543 | $1,902 |
| Office visit, established patient, complex (40-54 min) An office or outpatient visit for an existing patient lasting between 40 and 54 minutes. This level of service is determined by the total time spent on the date of the encounter. |
19 | $130 | $295 |
| Limited ultrasound of pelvis A focused ultrasound exam of the pelvic area to evaluate specific structures. This procedure provides images of the pelvis to assist in medical assessment. |
18 | $37 | $186 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
18 | $8 | $24 |
| Bladder irrigation and/or instillation This procedure involves flushing the bladder with fluid to clear it or introducing medication directly into the bladder. |
16 | $54 | $194 |
| Endoscopic removal of bladder or urethra growth, 2.0-5.0 cm This procedure uses an endoscope to destroy or remove a growth from the bladder or urethra that measures between 2.0 and 5.0 centimeters. |
16 | $183 | $665 |
| Drug injection, under skin or into muscle A procedure involving the administration of a medication or substance via injection into the subcutaneous tissue or muscle. |
15 | $11 | $54 |
How to read this data: This reflects Medicare patients only (typically 65+). Payment amounts are what Medicare paid the provider, not your out-of-pocket cost. A higher procedure volume generally indicates more experience with that procedure.
1.4% high complexity
14.0% medium
84.5% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$3,441
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $492/year across 7 years
Top 47% in TX for urology physician
35
Companies
108
Individual payments
All payments are legal and publicly reported · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →
Payment profile
Industry payments classified by relationship type. Not all payments are equal — research and consulting reflect different relationships than speaking programs or meals.
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$3,303 (96.0%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$138 (4.0%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$688
2023
$318
2022
$55
2021
$355
2020
$297
2019
$401
2018
$1,327
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$477
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$377
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$246
Olympus America Inc.
$242
Hologic, LLC
$211
Axonics, Inc.
$195
Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$192
PROCEPT BioRobotics Corporation
$188
Boston Scientific Corporation
$174
UROGEN PHARMA, INC.
$156
Avadel Specialty Pharmaceuticals, LLC
$138
NeoTract Inc.
$77
Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC
$70
C. R. Bard, Inc. & Subsidiaries
$64
Mission Pharmacal Company
$61
Agiliti Surgical, Inc.
$56
PFIZER INC.
$55
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$51
AbbVie Inc.
$43
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$43
Teleflex LLC
$37
Mindray DS USA, Inc.
$33
Blue Earth Diagnostics Limited
$33
Agiliti Health, Inc.
$30
MEDIVATION FIELD SOLUTIONS LLC
$26
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$24
180 Medical, Inc.
$22
Laborie Medical Technologies Corp.
$22
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$19
Duchesnay USA Incorporated
$15
Calyxo, Inc.
$15
Tolmar, Inc.
$14
TOLMAR Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$14
Lilly USA, LLC
$12
NxThera, Inc.
$10
Top 3 companies account for 32.0% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
A7 ANESTHESIA SYSTEM · AQUABEAM SYSTEM · AVEED · Axonics · Axumin · CVAC ASPIRATION SYSTEM · Dornier Thulio · ELIGARD · ERLEADA · Erleada · GENERAL BPH · GENERAL BPH · GREENLIGHT · INLAY OPTIMA · JELMYTO · LUPRON DEPOT · LithoVue · MYRBETRIQ · MyoSure · NOCDURNA · Noctiva · Novasure · Nubeqa · OBTRYX · Optilume BPH Drug Coated Balloon Catheter · Osphena · REZUM · Rezum · Rezum Generator · SpaceOAR System · TRULICITY · UROLIFT · Uribel · UroLift · Vascepa · XIAFLEX · XTANDI · XYOSTED · Xofigo · ZYTIGA · iTIND System
Should you be concerned? Payments from pharmaceutical and device companies are legal and common — 57% of U.S. physicians receive at least one. They often reflect legitimate consulting, research, or education. What matters is whether a recommended drug or device appears in your doctor's payment records. If so, consider asking your doctor about it. How to interpret this data →
Most payments (96%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Equivalent to $100 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Urology physicians within 10 mi
2
Per 100K population
3.1
County median income
$86,802
Nearest hospital
LAKE GRANBURY MEDICAL CENTER
0.0 mi
0.0 mi
Data Sources
| Provider Registry | ✓ NPPES | Weekly updates |
| Medicare Enrollment | ✓ PECOS | Monthly updates |
| Practice Data | ✓ Medicare Util. | Annual (CY lag) |
| Industry Payments | ✓ Open Payments | CY 2024 |
| Disciplinary History | — Not public | N/A |
This provider has data in 4 of 4 available federal datasets, with a Data Coverage level of Very High. This measures how much public data is available about a provider — not how good they are. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dr. Buchanan is a clinical cardiology specialist, with moderate Medicare volume, with low-engagement industry engagement, with 20 years of NPI registration.
This summary is auto-generated from federal data. It describes data availability and patterns — not clinical quality. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Buchanan experienced with office visit, established patient (30-39 min)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Buchanan performed 753 office visit, established patient (30-39 min) services. Research suggests that higher procedure volume is often associated with better outcomes, particularly for complex procedures. Note that Medicare data only captures patients aged 65 and older, so the total practice volume across all patients is likely higher.
Does Dr. Buchanan receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Buchanan received a total of $3,441 from 35 companies across 108 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common among physicians — 57% of all U.S. physicians receive at least one industry payment. Patients may wish to ask their doctor about these relationships, especially if a recommended drug or device appears in the payment records.
How do Dr. Buchanan's costs compare to other urology physicians in Granbury?
Dr. Buchanan's average Medicare payment per service is $76. Note that these figures represent what Medicare pays, not your out-of-pocket cost, which depends on your specific insurance plan and deductible. Procedure-level data above shows both what was submitted and what Medicare paid for each service type.
What does Data Coverage mean?
Data Coverage (currently Very High for Dr. Buchanan) measures how much public federal data is available about a provider. It is not a quality rating. A "Very High" or "High" level means the provider has data across multiple federal sources (NPPES, PECOS, Medicare Utilization, Open Payments), indicating a long track record of practice, Medicare participation, and industry disclosure. A "Low" or "Moderate" level may simply mean the provider is newer, does not see Medicare patients, or has not received any industry payments — none of which are inherently negative. Read our full methodology →
Is this data up to date?
Each data source has its own update cycle. Provider registry data (NPPES) is updated weekly. Medicare enrollment (PECOS) is updated monthly. Medicare practice data has a ~2 year lag — the most recent available is typically 2 years prior. Industry payment data (Open Payments) is published annually, usually in June, covering the prior calendar year. We display the data date prominently on each section so you always know how current it is. See our data freshness policy →
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