David Blum, O.D.
NPI 1679520928 · Optometrist · Baltimore, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Optometry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Blum, O.D. is a Optometrist provider in Baltimore, MD (NPI 1679520928).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1679520928
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- OptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
- Credential
- O.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- TAO857 (MD)
Specialties & taxonomies
Eye and Vision Services Providers
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
801 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 331 | $130 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 109 | $90 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 93 | $133 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 66 | $42 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 50 | $38 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 46 | $154 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 147 | 40 |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 63 | 35 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 38 | 14 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 27 | 23 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 24 | — |
| Latanoprostene Bunodbrand: Vyzulta | 22 | — |
| Carteolol Hcl | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$138 across 2 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
- 2006-05-30
- Last updated
- 2021-05-04
- Certified
- 2021-05-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Blum's NPI number?
- David Blum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679520928, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Blum's specialty?
- David Blum is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Optometrist (Eye and Vision Services Providers).
- Where is David Blum located?
- David Blum's practice location on file with NPPES is 4425 Fitch Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21236-3927.
- What is David Blum's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Blum is (410) 682-3000.
- Does David Blum accept Medicare?
- David Blum is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Blum's NPI active?
- Yes — David Blum's NPI (1679520928) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-05-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.