Physician Profile
Barbara Plucknett, MD
Unclaimed ProfileAbout Dr. Plucknett
Based in South Abington Township, PA, Barbara Plucknett, MD is listed in the NPI registry under gynecology. Barbara graduated from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine in 1991. According to Medicare claims data, Barbara cared for 2,139 Medicare patients across 9,114 services. The services billed most often include injection, onabotulinumtoxina, 1 unit, established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more, and cervical or vaginal cancer screening; pelvic and clinical breast examination.
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Education & Training
Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
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Medicare information
Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.
Contact Information
- (570) 344-9997
- Email not available
Practice Locations
231 NORTHERN BLVD STE 1
South Abington Township, PA 18411
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Gynecology generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Pelvic health
- Uterine fibroids
- Adenomyosis
- Bartholin cyst
- Chronic pelvic pain
- Ectopic pregnancy
- Interstitial cystitis and bladder pain syndrome
- Ovarian cysts
- Tilted uterus
- Uterine polyps
Most searched conditions
- Endometriosis
- Heavy periods
- Menopause
- PCOS
- Pregnancy
- Yeast infection
Cervical health
- Abnormal cervical cells and cervical dysplasia
Dermatology
- Lichen sclerosus
Fertility
- Female infertility
- Miscarriage
Hormonal
- Early Menopause
- Premenstrual dysphoric disorder
Hormonal health
- Bleeding After Menopause
- Genitourinary syndrome of menopause
- Perimenopause
Infection
- Chlamydia
- HPV infection risk
- Trichomoniasis
Infections
- Abnormal vaginal discharge
- Bacterial vaginosis
- Pelvic inflammatory disease
- UTI
- Vaginitis
Menstrual disorders
- Absent periods
- Bleeding After Sex
- Painful periods
- Premenstrual syndrome
- Spotting between periods
Menstrual health
- Ovulation Pain
Oncology
- Cervical cancer
- Endometrial cancer
- Ovarian cancer
Pelvic floor
- Pelvic organ prolapse
- Urinary incontinence in women
Pelvic pain
- Pelvic Congestion Syndrome
Pregnancy & postpartum
- Postpartum depression
Sexual health
- Painful intercourse
- Sexual Dysfunction and Low Libido
- Vaginismus
- Vulvodynia
STDs
- Genital herpes
- Genital warts
- Sexually transmitted infections
Uterine health
- Abnormally Shaped Uterus
- Uterine Scarring
Vaginal health
- Vaginal odor
Vulvar health
- Painful Swollen Labia
- Vaginal itching
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
- C-section
- Hysterectomy
- IUD insertion
- Pap smear
- Ultrasound
Cervical procedures
- Cervical cone biopsy
- Cervical cryotherapy
- Colposcopy
- LEEP
Contraception
- Birth control counseling
- Contraceptive implant insertion and removal
- Depo-Provera shot
- IUD Removal
- Morning-after pill consultation
- Nexplanon removal
Cosmetic & reconstructive
- Vaginal Tightening Surgery
Cosmetic surgery
- Labia Reduction
Diagnostic imaging
- Saline Infusion Sonogram
Diagnostic procedures
- Endometrial biopsy
- Hysteroscopy
- Vulvar biopsy
Fertility
- Fertility Workup
- Hysterosalpingogram consultation
Fertility & surgical
- Tubal Reversal Surgery
Hormonal
- Hormone Pellet Implantation
Hormone therapy
- Hormone replacement therapy
- Prescription for vaginal estrogen
In-office procedure
- Cervical Polyp Removal
- Vulvar Cyst Removal
In-office procedures
- Bartholin cyst drainage
Laser therapy
- Vaginal laser therapy
Minimally invasive
- Fibroid Embolization
- Radiofrequency Fibroid Ablation
Pain management
- Pudendal nerve block
Pelvic floor
- Pelvic floor therapy evaluation
- Pessary fitting and management
Pelvic floor surgery
- Pelvic organ prolapse surgery
- Sling surgery for stress incontinence
Postpartum care
- Postpartum follow-up care
Pregnancy care
- Cervical Stitch
- Medication abortion consultation
Preventive care
- Annual well-woman exam
- HPV vaccine
- Preconception counseling
- STI and STD Screening
Reproductive health
- In-Clinic Surgical Abortion
Sexual wellness
- O-Shot (PRP Vaginal Injection)
- Vaginal Radiofrequency Treatment
Surgery
- Dilation and curettage
- Endometrial ablation
- Fallopian tube removal
- Gynecologic laparoscopy
- Myomectomy
- Ovarian cyst removal
- Permanent contraception by tubal ligation
- Uterine polyp removal
Surgical
- Endometriosis Excision Surgery
- Hymen Removal Surgery
- Uterine Septum Repair
Urogynecology
- Bladder Botox Injections
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
9,114 services · 2,139 patients · 25 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding | Procedure | 51798 |
78 | As often as other peers in Gynecology |
| Fitting and insertion of vaginal support device | Procedure | 57160 |
67 | More than most peers in Gynecology |
| Exam with injections of chemical for destruction of bladder using an endoscope | Procedure | 52287 |
65 | More than most peers in Gynecology |
| Simple bladder irrigation and/or instillation | Procedure | 51700 |
44 | Too few peers to compare |
| Insertion of device into abdomen with pressure and urine flow rate study | Procedure | 51797 |
30 | As often as other peers in Gynecology |
| Electronic assessment of bladder emptying | Procedure | 51741 |
30 | More often than most peers in Gynecology |
| Complex measurement of pressure of urine flow in bladder with urethra pressure and voiding pressure studies | Procedure | 51729 |
29 | As often as other peers in Gynecology |
| Non-needle measurement and recording of electrical activity of muscles at bladder and bowel openings | Procedure | 51784 |
26 | As often as other peers in Gynecology |
| Insertion of temporary bladder tube | Procedure | 51701 |
22 | As often as other peers in Gynecology |
| Surgical repair of vaginal defect using an endoscope | Procedure | 57425 |
17 | Too few peers to compare |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Also at this address 4
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
Trained at Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine 6
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
Class of 1991 at Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine 8
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
More connections — 8 related providers in 1 group
Also performs Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding 8
Providers in PA who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What does Dr. Plucknett specialize in?
Dr. Plucknett is a gynecology in South Abington Township, PA. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry.
NPI registry
Where is Dr. Plucknett located?
Dr. Plucknett is listed at 231 Northern Blvd Ste 1, South Abington Township, PA 18411. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
What is Dr. Plucknett's phone number?
The number on file is (570) 344-9997. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
NPI registry
What is Dr. Plucknett's NPI number?
Dr. Plucknett's National Provider Identifier is 1518950914. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
Where did Dr. Plucknett go to medical school?
Dr. Plucknett attended Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine, graduating in 1991. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How long has Dr. Plucknett been practicing?
Dr. Plucknett has 35 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1991, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What does Dr. Plucknett do most often?
According to Medicare billing data, Dr. Plucknett performs procedures including ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding, fitting and insertion of vaginal support device and exam with injections of chemical for destruction of bladder using an endoscope; reads or performs imaging such as ultrasound scan of uterus, ovaries, tubes, cervix and pelvic area through vagina, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Has Dr. Plucknett confirmed this information?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Dr. Plucknett. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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