Eric Blum, M.D.
NPI 1447466289 · Gastroenterology Physician · Baltimore, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Eric Blum, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Baltimore, MD (NPI 1447466289).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1447466289
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- D68875 (MD)
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
703 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 136 | $91 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 114 | $257 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 105 | $115 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 55 | $172 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 51 | $106 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 111 | 109 |
| Omeprazole | 93 | 32 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-C | 39 | 39 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 36 | 11 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 31 | — |
| Mesalamine | 16 | — |
| Sod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Acbrand: Clenpiq |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,301 across 63 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
- 2007-05-16
- Last updated
- 2012-02-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Eric Blum's NPI number?
- Eric Blum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447466289, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Eric Blum's specialty?
- Eric Blum is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Eric Blum located?
- Eric Blum's practice location on file with NPPES is 1838 Greene Tree Rd, Baltimore, MD 21208-6391.
- What is Eric Blum's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Eric Blum is (410) 602-7782.
- Does Eric Blum accept Medicare?
- Eric Blum is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Eric Blum's NPI active?
- Yes — Eric Blum's NPI (1447466289) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-02-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.