RON BLANKSTEIN M.D.
NPI 1326238452
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Boston, MA

Q: What is Ron Blankstein's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ron Blankstein is 1326238452. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 25, 2007.

Q: What is Ron Blankstein's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ron Blankstein was last updated on May 2, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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 July 25, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

75 FRANCIS ST, BWH ; ROOM SH 5096, BOSTON, MA 02115(857) 307-1989 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 2, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

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About Ron Blankstein M.d. NPPES

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

RON BLANKSTEIN M.D. (NPI 1326238452) is an individual cardiovascular disease provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (232346) and active in the NPI registry since July 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with North Shore Medical Center -, and is a graduate of Rush Medical College Of Rush University (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1326238452

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RC0000X

Provider Legal NameRON BLANKSTEINCredential: M.D.

Location Address75 FRANCIS ST, BWH ; ROOM SH 5096Boston, MA 02115-6110

Mailing Address75 Francis St, Bwh ; Room Sh 5096Boston, MA 02115-6110 · (857) 307-1989

Phone(857) 307-1989

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSRush Medical College Of Rush UniversityGraduated 2001

Enumeration DateJuly 25, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateMay 2, 2012

✔ NPI 1326238452 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RC0000X

License✔ Licensed in MA · 232346

Definition

An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.

75 FRANCIS ST, Boston, MA 02115

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Taro Health.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Ron Blankstein M.d. 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 ID3870660277

PECOS Enrollment IDI20080926000575

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Ron Blankstein reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Brigham & Womens Physicians Organization Inc

Same address

Internal Medicine

75 FRANCIS ST
Boston, MA 02115

Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
4,574 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1033535497 (617) 732-5500

Mass General Brigham Medical Group Suburban Massachusetts Inc

7.2 mi

Family Medicine

2014 WASHINGTON STREET
Newton, MA 02462

Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
992 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1538191218 (617) 243-6262

Harbor Medical Associates, Inc.

13 mi

Cardiovascular Disease

541 MAIN ST, SUITE 400
South Weymouth, MA 02190

Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
419 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1124079561 (781) 952-1240

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 15

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.

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010

A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.

890 services712 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010

111 services110 patients

Ct scan of heart structure with contrast 75572

A CT scan of the heart with contrast is a non-invasive test. A dye is injected into your veins, which helps to highlight heart structures in the images. The CT scanner uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your heart, aiding in diagnosis.

94 services94 patients

Ct scan of blood vessels and grafts of heart with contrast 75574

A CT scan of the heart's blood vessels and grafts with contrast is a diagnostic test. A special dye (contrast) is injected into your veins, which helps create clear images of your heart's vessels and grafts. This helps doctors detect blockages or other abnormalities.

69 services69 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

57 services55 patients

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.

53 services12 patients

Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision by physician 93016

An exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG involves monitoring your heart's activity while it's under stress, either from exercise or medication. A doctor supervises the entire procedure to ensure safety and accuracy in results. This test helps detect heart problems.

49 services49 patients

Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with review by physician 93018

An exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG is a procedure to assess how your heart functions under stress. It can involve exercising or medication to make your heart work harder while an ECG records its activity. A physician reviews the results.

49 services49 patients

Mri scan of heart before and after contrast 75561

An MRI scan of the heart with contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed pictures of your heart. The contrast dye improves the clarity of these images. This test helps in diagnosing heart conditions.

18 services18 patients

Nuclear medicine study of heart muscle at rest and with stress and spect 78451

A nuclear medicine study of the heart muscle, both at rest and under stress, along with SPECT, helps assess heart health. A safe radioactive substance is injected, which the heart absorbs. Then, a special camera captures images of the heart. This procedure can detect heart disease or other issues.

18 services18 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000

An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.

18 services18 patients

Nuclear medicine studies of blood flow in heart muscle at rest and with stress with concurrent ct scan 78431

This is a diagnostic test where a tiny amount of radioactive material is used to examine your heart's blood flow at rest & during stress, alongside a CT scan for detailed images. It helps identify any heart-related issues like blockages or damage.

15 services15 patients

Nuclear medicine study of heart muscle blood flow by pet 78434

A nuclear medicine study of heart muscle blood flow by PET is a non-invasive test that uses a small amount of radioactive substance to create detailed images of your heart's blood flow and function. It helps assess heart health and diagnose heart conditions.

15 services15 patients

Nuclear medicine studies of heart muscle at rest and with stress and spect 78452

Nuclear medicine studies of the heart involve two parts: rest and stress. During rest, images are taken of your heart at ease. During stress, images are taken after exercise or medication-induced stress. SPECT is a special imaging technique providing 3D pictures of your heart, helping identify any issues.

12 services12 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with tracing 93005

An Electrocardiogram (ECG) is a simple, painless test that records the heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your skin, it generates a tracing of your heart rhythm. It helps detect any heart problems by showing the timing and strength of electrical signals passing through each part of your heart.

12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

North Shore Medical Center -

Acute Care Hospitals · Salem, MA

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number220035

Location81 Highland AvenueSalem, MA 01970 · Essex County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

South Shore Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · South Weymouth, MA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number220100

Location55 Fogg RoadSouth Weymouth, MA 02190 · Norfolk County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Brigham And Women's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number220110

Location75 Francis StreetBoston, MA 02115 · Suffolk County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Faulkner Hospital-Brigham And Women's

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number220119

Location1153 Centre StreetBoston, MA 02130 · Suffolk County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02115 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

$144.11 typical visit price

range $63.72 – $189.86

Typical copayment $36.02 (range $15.93 – $47.46)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$78.84 typical visit price

range $21.07 – $155.29

Typical copayment $19.71 (range $5.26 – $38.82)

Most-billed visit code 99213

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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.

RUMA RAJBHANDARI

Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)

75 FRANCIS ST
BOSTON, MA 02115

Suffolk County (617) 525-6841

WENYA LINDA BI

Neurological Surgery

75 FRANCIS ST
BOSTON, MA 02115

Suffolk County (203) 645-9485

CHI YUEN CHAN M.D.

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

75 FRANCIS ST
BOSTON, MA 02115

Suffolk County (617) 732-5500

JENNIFER MICHELLE THOMAS MD

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)

75 FRANCIS ST, DEPARTMENT OF RADIOLOGY
BOSTON, MA 02115

Suffolk County (617) 732-6248

GAURAV SHARMA M.D.

Surgery (Vascular Surgery)

75 FRANCIS ST, BRIGHAM AND WOMEN'S HOSPITAL
BOSTON, MA 02115

Suffolk County (951) 259-0890

YEU-SHIN CINDY CHANG M.D., M.P.H.

Emergency Medicine

75 FRANCIS ST, BWH DEPT. OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE
BOSTON, MA 02115

Suffolk County (617) 732-8070

CARA L RICHARDS

Physician Assistant

75 FRANCIS ST
BOSTON, MA 02115

Suffolk County (617) 732-5500

LARA COAKLEY

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

75 FRANCIS ST
BOSTON, MA 02115

Suffolk County (617) 732-5500

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 Ron Blankstein's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ron Blankstein is 1326238452. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 25, 2007.

Where is Ron Blankstein located?

Ron Blankstein practices at 75 Francis St Bwh ; Room Sh 5096, Boston, MA 02115. The listed phone number is (857) 307-1989.

What is Ron Blankstein's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Is Ron Blankstein enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ron Blankstein 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Ron Blankstein's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Ron Blankstein reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Brigham & Womens Physicians Organization Inc (Boston, MA), Mass General Brigham Medical Group Suburban Massachusetts Inc (Newton, MA) and Harbor Medical Associates, Inc. (South Weymouth, MA). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Ron Blankstein's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Ron Blankstein accept?

Health plans from Taro Health list Ron Blankstein 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.

Is Ron Blankstein affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ron Blankstein is affiliated with North Shore Medical Center -, South Shore Hospital, Brigham And Women's Hospital and Faulkner Hospital-Brigham And Women's.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ron Blankstein was last updated on May 2, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.