Dr. Mark Blucher, M.D.
Thoracic Surgery
20+
Years in Practice
Available
Telehealth
Practice Locations
3 locations
About Dr. Mark Blucher
Mark Blucher, M.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Saint Louis, MO.
Specialty Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
32
Years Experience
3
Locations
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Primary Specialty
Thoracic SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
New York University School Of Medicine
Class of 1994
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 2003024387 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Mark Blucher
With 20 years of practice, Dr. Mark Blucher is an established thoracic surgery provider, M.D., after earning their medical degree at New York University School Of Medicine in 1994. Dr. currently practices across 3 facilities, including Mercy Clinic Heart And Vascular Llc in Saint Louis, Missouri. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568433951, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Mark Blucher as a lower-volume thoracic surgery provider, treating approximately 80 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 173 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Mark Blucher received $298 in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$298
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Thoracic Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 63141
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Mark Blucher
What does Dr. Mark Blucher specialize in?
Dr. Mark Blucher specializes in Thoracic Surgery.
Where does Dr. Mark Blucher practice?
Dr. Mark Blucher practices at Mercy Clinic Heart And Vascular Llc in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. is also affiliated with 2 additional facilities, listed below.
Does Dr. Mark Blucher accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Mark Blucher accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 80 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Mark Blucher's NPI number?
Dr. Mark Blucher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568433951. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Mark Blucher been practicing?
Dr. Mark Blucher has approximately 20 years of practice experience, having graduated from New York University School Of Medicine in 1994.