JESSE BLANK
NPI 1073931788
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Altoona, PA

Q: What is Jesse Blank's NPI number?

The NPI number for Jesse Blank is 1073931788. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 31, 2014.

Q: What is Jesse Blank's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Jesse Blank was last updated on May 24, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.

Active since March 31, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

46.78/100

CMS Quality Rating

501 HOWARD AVE STE F2, SUITE F4, ALTOONA, PA 16601(814) 889-2020 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 24, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

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About Jesse Blank NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

JESSE BLANK (NPI 1073931788) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Altoona, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD461730) and active in the NPI registry since March 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Upmc Altoona, and is a graduate of Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1073931788

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X

Provider Legal NameJESSE BLANK

Location Address501 HOWARD AVE STE F2, SUITE F4Altoona, PA 16601-4818

Mailing Address501 Howard Ave Ste F2, Suite F4Altoona, PA 16601-4818

Phone(814) 889-2020

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSPennsylvania State University College Of MedicineGraduated 2014

Enumeration DateMarch 31, 2014

Last NPPES UpdateMay 24, 2021

✔ NPI 1073931788 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RH0002X

License✔ Licensed in PA · MD461730

Definition

An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.

501 HOWARD AVE STE F2, Altoona, PA 16601

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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Jesse Blank is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID2860625449

PECOS Enrollment IDI20180515001737

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 5

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

52 services29 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

28 services15 patients

Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231

Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.

19 services12 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

18 services18 patients

Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497

Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.

13 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Upmc Altoona

Acute Care Hospitals · Altoona, PA

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number390073

Location620 Howard AvenueAltoona, PA 16601 · Blair County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

46.78/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

17.39

Improvement Activities

Cost

51.45

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 19

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

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