DR. DENNIS W BLOCK DO
NPI 1235131897
Family Medicine in Blue Springs, MO

Active since August 12, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1916 NW COPPER OAKS CIR, BLUE SPRINGS, MO 64015(913) 708-8258(913) 708-8289 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 7, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 7, 2025, Oct 5, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Dennis W Block Do NPPES

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

DR. DENNIS W BLOCK DO (NPI 1235131897) is an individual family medicine provider in Blue Springs, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (R6P79) and active in the NPI registry since August 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Des Moines University Of Osteopathic Medicine And Health Sciences (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1235131897
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. DENNIS W BLOCKCredential: DO
Location Address1916 NW COPPER OAKS CIRBlue Springs, MO 64015-8300
Mailing AddressP.o. Box 843859Kansas City, MO 64184-3859 · (913) 469-4244 · Fax (913) 469-1939
Fax(913) 708-8289
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSDes Moines University Of Osteopathic Medicine And Health SciencesGraduated 1983
Enumeration DateAugust 12, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 7, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 7, 2025
NPI 1235131897 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
Licenses Licensed in MO · R6P79 Licensed in KS · 05-32302
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Also ListedEmergency MedicineTaxonomy 207P00000X · License R6P79 (MO)
Also ListedEmergency Medicine · Undersea and Hyperbaric MedicineTaxonomy 207PE0005X · License R6P79 (MO)
1916 NW COPPER OAKS CIR, Blue Springs, MO 64015

Other Identifiers 2

Other17660035MO · Bcbs Mo
Medicaid243060712MO

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Dennis W Block Do 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 ID9739078262
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050124000122, I20101201000926
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 6

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 nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
1,169 services128 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
191 services54 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
155 services31 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 10 minutes 99307
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day typically lasts about 10 minutes. This service involves a healthcare professional checking on your health status, answering any questions you may have, and monitoring your progress. This routine check ensures your recovery is on track and any concerns are addressed promptly.
104 services65 patients
Initial nursing facility care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99304
An initial nursing facility visit is a daily check-up to monitor your health status. This service, lasting typically 25 minutes, involves a nurse assessing your overall wellbeing, discussing concerns, and updating your care plan as needed.
19 services19 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 10 minutes 99307
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day typically lasts about 10 minutes. This service involves a healthcare professional checking on your health status, answering any questions you may have, and monitoring your progress. This routine check ensures your recovery is on track and any concerns are addressed promptly.
19 services19 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 64015 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
$85.82 typical visit price
range $55.29 – $168.52
Typical copayment $21.45 (range $13.82 – $42.13)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$97.82 typical visit price
range $17.60 – $137.20
Typical copayment $24.45 (range $4.40 – $34.30)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

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

Collagen dressing, sterile, size 16 sq. in. or less, each A6021
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
2 suppliers14 claims442 services$20.22 avg. paid by Medicare
Gauze, non-impregnated, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, with any size adhesive border, each dressing A6219
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
2 suppliers14 claims558 services$0.92 avg. paid by Medicare
Gauze, impregnated, other than water, normal saline, or zinc paste, sterile, any width, per linear yard A6266
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
1 supplier14 claims1,572 services$1.84 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 2

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

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1916 NW COPPER OAKS CIR
BLUE SPRINGS, MO 64015
Family Medicine
1916 NW COPPER OAKS CIR
BLUE SPRINGS, MO 64015

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 Dennis Block's NPI number?

The NPI number for Dennis Block is 1235131897. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 12, 2005.

Where is Dennis Block located?

Dennis Block practices at 1916 NW Copper Oaks Cir, Blue Springs, MO 64015. The listed phone number is (913) 708-8258.

What is Dennis Block's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Dennis Block enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Dennis Block is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Dennis Block accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City list Dennis Block as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Dennis Block was last updated on January 7, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.