RALPH J BLAIR M.D.
NPI 1275568230
Hospitalist in Cambridge, MA
NPI Status: Active since July 11, 2006
Contact Information
330 MOUNT AUBURN ST
CAMBRIDGE, MA
ZIP 02138
Phone: (617) 492-3500
- Individual
- Male
- Hospitalist
- PECOS Enrolled
About RALPH BLAIR
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Ralph Blair, a provider established in Cambridge, Massachusetts with a medical specialization in Hospitalist. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1275568230 assigned on July 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 208M00000X with license number 51227 (MA). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated one year ago.
- NPI
- 1275568230
- Provider Name
- RALPH J BLAIR M.D.
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 330 MOUNT AUBURN ST CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138
- Location Phone
- (617) 492-3500
- Mailing Address
- 147 MILK ST PROVIDER ENROLLMENT - 9TH FLOOR BOSTON, MA 02109
- Mailing Phone
- (617) 559-8374
- Mailing Fax
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 07-11-2006
- Last Update Date
- 09-11-2025
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Hospitalist
- Taxonomy Code
- 208M00000X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- 51227
- License State
- MA
- Taxonomy Description
- Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Secondary Taxonomies
The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.
| No. | Taxonomy Code | Type | Classification / Specialization |
License No. (State) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 207R00000X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Internal Medicine | 51227 (MA) |
| 2 | 207RI0200X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Internal Medicine | 51227 (MA) |
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3004481 | MEDICAID (05) | MA | |
| 722575 | OTHER (01) | MA | TUFTS |
| 0015282 | OTHER (01) | MA | NEIGHBORHOOD HEALTH |
| J05173 | OTHER (01) | MA | BLUE CROSS |
| PV408 | OTHER (01) | MA | HARVARD PILGRIM |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Ralph Blair is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 25 minutes
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 35 minutes
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 50 minutes
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes
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.
This service was performed 239 times for 71 patientsFollow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
This service was performed 224 times for 96 patientsHospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
This service was performed 55 times for 55 patientsInitial 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.
This service was performed 11 times for 11 patientsInitial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
This service was performed 45 times for 44 patientsPhysician Visit Costs
The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.
For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.
The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 02138 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99204
- Average New Patient Price $144.11
- Minimum New Patient Price $63.72
- Maximum New Patient Price $189.86
- Average New Patient Copayment $36.02
- Minimum New Patient Copayment $15.93
- Maximum New Patient Copayment $47.46
Established Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214
- Average Established Patient Price $111.18
- Minimum Established Patient Price $21.07
- Maximum Established Patient Price $155.29
- Average Established Patient Copayment $27.79
- Minimum Established Patient Copayment $5.26
- Maximum Established Patient Copayment $38.82
* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1275568230, we treat the final digit (0) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 60. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 60 = 0).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 60 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1275568230, enumerated as an "individual" on July 11, 2006.
The provider is located at 330 MOUNT AUBURN ST CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138 and the phone number is (617) 492-3500.
Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare, Medicaid, Tufts Health Plan and Blue. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
