Stephen Blum, M.D.
NPI 1659389724 · Dermatology Physician · Arlington, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Blum, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Arlington, TX (NPI 1659389724).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659389724
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G7916 (TX)
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
806 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 324 | $7 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 130 | $53 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 124 | $89 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 73 | $56 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 64 | $111 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 52 | 26 |
| Hydrocortisone | 28 | 19 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 27 | 23 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 23 | 14 |
| Spironolactone | 17 | — |
| Ixekizumabbrand: Taltz Autoinjector | 14 | — |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 14 | — |
| Apremilast |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$477 across 26 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
- 2006-08-04
- Last updated
- 2008-02-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Blum's NPI number?
- Stephen Blum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659389724, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Blum's specialty?
- Stephen Blum is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Blum located?
- Stephen Blum's practice location on file with NPPES is 3939 W Green Oaks Blvd, Arlington, TX 76016-2784.
- What is Stephen Blum's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Blum is (817) 429-8327.
- Does Stephen Blum accept Medicare?
- Stephen Blum is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Blum's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Blum's NPI (1659389724) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-02-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.