Stephen Bland, MD
NPI 1821002627 · Rheumatology Physician · Los Angeles, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Bland, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Los Angeles, CA (NPI 1821002627).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821002627
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G5590 (CA)
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
1,421 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 437 | $194 |
| Prolonged Office Or Other Outpatient Evaluation and Management Service(s) Beyond the Maximum Required Time of the Primary Procedure Which Has Been Selected Using Total Time on the Date of the Primary Service; Each Additional 15 Minutes By the Physician OrG2212 | 232 | $34 |
| Office Or Other Outpatient Visit for the Evaluation and Management of Established Patient That May Not Require Presence of Healthcare Professional99211 | 218 | $26 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 102 | $9 |
| Urinalysis, Manual Test81002 | 97 | $3 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 47 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 90 | 24 |
| Potassium Chloride | 90 | 26 |
| Furosemide | 68 | 13 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 39 | 17 |
| Sitagliptin Phosphatebrand: Januvia | 32 | — |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 31 | — |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 25 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$165 across 1 record (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
- 2006-07-28
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Bland's NPI number?
- Stephen Bland's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821002627, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Bland's specialty?
- Stephen Bland is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Bland located?
- Stephen Bland's practice location on file with NPPES is 1127 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90017-4001.
- What is Stephen Bland's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Bland is (213) 977-0208.
- Does Stephen Bland accept Medicare?
- Stephen Bland is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Bland's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Bland's NPI (1821002627) 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.