Ralph Blume, MD
NPI 1689785883 · Rheumatology Physician · New York, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ralph Blume, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in New York, NY (NPI 1689785883).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689785883
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 094585 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,681 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 819 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 592 | $68 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 196 | $135 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 42 | $191 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 32 | $233 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 78 | 25 |
| Gabapentin | 34 | — |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 24 | — |
| Levothyroxine Sodiumbrand: Synthroid | 22 | — |
| Allopurinol | 21 | — |
| Etanerceptbrand: Enbrel Sureclick | 19 | — |
| Levothyroxine Sodium |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-31
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ralph Blume's NPI number?
- Ralph Blume's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689785883, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ralph Blume's specialty?
- Ralph Blume is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ralph Blume located?
- Ralph Blume's practice location on file with NPPES is 161 Fort Washington Ave, New York, NY 10032.
- What is Ralph Blume's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ralph Blume is (212) 305-5512.
- Does Ralph Blume accept Medicare?
- Ralph Blume is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ralph Blume's NPI active?
- Yes — Ralph Blume's NPI (1689785883) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.