Edward Blocker, M.D.
NPI 1356411599 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Beaufort, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Edward Blocker, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Beaufort, SC (NPI 1356411599).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1356411599
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 17331 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,111 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 299 | $66 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 284 | $85 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 254 | $12 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 204 | $11 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 200 | $11 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 150 | $121 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Celecoxib | 138 | 93 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 56 | 33 |
| Methylprednisolone | 31 | 30 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 22 | 22 |
| Gabapentin | 20 | 12 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 20 | 17 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 17 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$57 across 1 record (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-11-08
- Last updated
- 2025-09-15
- Certified
- 2025-09-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edward Blocker's NPI number?
- Edward Blocker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356411599, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Edward Blocker's specialty?
- Edward Blocker is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Edward Blocker located?
- Edward Blocker's practice location on file with NPPES is 97 Sea Island Pkwy, Beaufort, SC 29907-4400.
- What is Edward Blocker's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Edward Blocker is (843) 682-7480.
- Does Edward Blocker accept Medicare?
- Edward Blocker is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Edward Blocker's NPI active?
- Yes — Edward Blocker's NPI (1356411599) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-09-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.