Matthew Block, MD
NPI 1417997172 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Laurinburg, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Matthew Block, MD is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Laurinburg, NC (NPI 1417997172).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1417997172
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 200100308 (NC)
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
20 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
1,585 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 414 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 405 | $121 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 342 | $184 |
| Office Or Other Outpatient Visit for the Evaluation and Management of Established Patient That May Not Require Presence of Healthcare Professional99211 | 113 | $22 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 98 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 113 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Semaglutidebrand: Ozempic | 628 | 122 |
| Furosemide | 565 | 158 |
| Gabapentin | 501 | 112 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 454 | 124 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 439 | 93 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 348 | 95 |
| Spironolactone |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$407 across 16 records (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
- 2006-06-08
- Last updated
- 2014-09-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Matthew Block's NPI number?
- Matthew Block's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417997172, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Matthew Block's specialty?
- Matthew Block is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Matthew Block located?
- Matthew Block's practice location on file with NPPES is 1601 Medical Dr, Laurinburg, NC 28352-5525.
- What is Matthew Block's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Matthew Block is (910) 277-7858.
- Does Matthew Block accept Medicare?
- Matthew Block is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Matthew Block's NPI active?
- Yes — Matthew Block's NPI (1417997172) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-09-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.