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DR. LESTER W BLAIR M.D.
NPI 1134183437
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in New York, NY

Active since April 13, 2006PECOS Enrolled
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
170 WILLIAM ST, NEW YORK, NY 10038(212) 238-0100 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 7, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 04, 2026.

About Dr. Lester W Blair M.d. NPPES

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

DR. LESTER W BLAIR M.D. (NPI 1134183437) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in New York, New York, licensed in New York (124013-1) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1134183437
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X
Provider Legal NameDR. LESTER W BLAIRCredential: M.D.
Location Address170 WILLIAM STNew York, NY 10038
Mailing Address170 William StNew York, NY 10038 · (212) 312-5770
Phone(212) 238-0100
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateApril 13, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 7, 2023
NPPES CertifiedJuly 7, 2023
✔ NPI 1134183437 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RP1001X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 124013-1
Definition
An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.
170 WILLIAM ST, New York, NY 10038
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1156 William StNew York, NY 10038-2609 · Phone (646) 962-5665
Location 2525 E 68th StNew York, NY 10065-4870 · Phone (646) 962-2333

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 (PECOS)

Dr. Lester W Blair M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 10

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.

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.
209 services149 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
174 services131 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
76 services76 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
37 services32 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
31 services31 patients
Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume 94010
This test, known as spirometry, assesses how well your lungs work. It measures how much air you can inhale, how much you can exhale and how quickly you can exhale. It's non-invasive and helps diagnose conditions like asthma or COPD.
21 services21 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 10038 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$150.24 typical visit price
range $65.69 – $198.19
Typical copayment $37.56 (range $16.42 – $49.54)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$114.88 typical visit price
range $21.20 – $160.66
Typical copayment $28.72 (range $5.30 – $40.16)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality86.8
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 5

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers13 claims13 services$13.63 avg. paid by Medicare
Nebulizer, with compressor E0570
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers12 claims12 services$4.23 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
4 suppliers54 claims54 services$63.28 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers31 claims31 services$33.45 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); per 30 days Q0513
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers14 claims14 services$24.19 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

KURT BELEN RN
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
170 WILLIAM ST
NEW YORK, NY 10038
New York County (313) 410-1988
MEGAN O'NEILL DPT
Physical Therapist
170 WILLIAM ST, REHAB DEPARTMENT
NEW YORK, NY 10038
New York County (212) 312-5335
DOWNTOWN NUCLEAR CARDIOLOGY, P.C.
Nuclear Medicine (Nuclear Cardiology)
170 WILLIAM ST, SUITE 814
NEW YORK, NY 10038
New York County (212) 312-5000
BRUCE LOGAN MD
Internal Medicine
170 WILLIAM ST, FL 7
NEW YORK, NY 10038
New York County (212) 312-5000
DR. SIMIN SOLTANI FRISK M.D.
Anesthesiology
170 WILLIAM ST, SUITE 288 WEILL CORNELL MEDICINE LMH,
NEW YORK, NY 10038
New York County (212) 312-5243
WEILL MEDICAL COLLEGE OF CORNELL UNIVERSITY
Internal Medicine
170 WILLIAM ST
NEW YORK, NY 10038
New York County (212) 590-5741
MR. PAUL JOSEPH GAGLIO JR. PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
Physician Assistant (Medical)
170 WILLIAM ST
NEW YORK, NY 10038
New York County (212) 312-5746
ALYSSA LYNNE SANDGRUND M.S.PA-C
Physician Assistant
170 WILLIAM ST
NEW YORK, NY 10038
New York County (212) 312-5400

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Lester Blair's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lester Blair is 1134183437. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 13, 2006.

Where is Lester Blair located?

Lester Blair practices at 170 William St, New York, NY 10038. The listed phone number is (212) 238-0100.

What is Lester Blair's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Is Lester Blair enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lester Blair is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lester Blair was last updated on July 7, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.