Rafael Bloise Espinal, MD
NPI 1689933392 · Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Norwood, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rafael Bloise Espinal, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician provider in Norwood, MA (NPI 1689933392).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689933392
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 75541 (CT)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,533 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 1,285 | $108 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 45 Minutes99310 | 653 | $153 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 50 Minutes Or More99306 | 333 | $181 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 82 | $75 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 77 | $77 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 120 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 322 | 34 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 272 | 59 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 165 | 34 |
| Furosemide | 157 | 33 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 147 | 36 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 140 | 30 |
| Lisinopril |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$253 across 3 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 300 Centerville Rd Bldg Ste 210Warwick, RI 02886-0200Phone: (401) 200-8211
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-05-15
- Last updated
- 2024-02-07
- Certified
- 2024-02-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rafael Bloise Espinal's NPI number?
- Rafael Bloise Espinal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689933392, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rafael Bloise Espinal's specialty?
- Rafael Bloise Espinal is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rafael Bloise Espinal located?
- Rafael Bloise Espinal's practice location on file with NPPES is 1 Edgewater Dr Ste 103, Norwood, MA 02062-4669.
- What is Rafael Bloise Espinal's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rafael Bloise Espinal is (617) 454-0200.
- Does Rafael Bloise Espinal accept Medicare?
- Rafael Bloise Espinal is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rafael Bloise Espinal's NPI active?
- Yes — Rafael Bloise Espinal's NPI (1689933392) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-02-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.