Rosemary Buckle, M.D.

Orthopaedic Surgery

(979) 493-7762Columbus, TX
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Rosemary Buckle, M.D. practices as part of a group orthopedic surgeon practice in Columbus, TX. She graduated from University of Texas Medical School at Houston in 1989 and has 37+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).

1 of 76 Orthopaedic Surgery providers in TXSee all Orthopaedic Surgery in Columbus37+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 184dNPPES updated 2025-11-03 · verify on CMS

Contact & Location

Practice Location

107 Shult Dr Suite 200, Columbus, TX 78934-3015

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

17.28%

Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1

Lower than most doctors nationally(+12.2 pts)

17.28% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Medicare Patients

616

Unique beneficiaries

High volume

Prescription Recipients

309

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

874

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $17k

Percentile rankings compared against 4,889 reporting peers in Texas.

Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+26%)75%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+1%)33%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-8%)26%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

Atrial Fibrillation
Higher than avg (+1%)23%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

US avg: 22%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-9%)21%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+3%)21%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Industry Payment Transparency

$1.3k received from industry

5 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.

Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Rosemary Buckle's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1989

    Mcgovern Medical School at Uthealth Houston

  2. Board certified · Nov 2, 2025

    CMS-verified certification date

  3. 37 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Orthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.

Taxonomy: 207X00000X

Education & Training

University of Texas Medical School at Houston (Class of 1989)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

110 Shult Dr, Columbus, TX 78934-3016

Differs from practice location

Virtual Orthopaedic Surgery Care With Rosemary Buckle

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Rosemary Buckle for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Columbus required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rosemary Buckle

NPI records show Dr. Buckle as active with telehealth listed in Columbus, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (979) 493-7762.

Verified across 6 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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