DR. DOUGLAS N BLUME MD
NPI 1427190727
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Visalia, CA

Active since February 13, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
1700 S COURT ST STE F, VISALIA, CA 93277(559) 734-5674(559) 734-1787 Get Directions Write a Review

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

Record update history: Mar 24, 2026, Nov 13, 2018, Sep 5, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Douglas N Blume Md NPPES

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

DR. DOUGLAS N BLUME MD (NPI 1427190727) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Visalia, California, licensed in California (A96641) and active in the NPI registry since February 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Chicago College Of Medicine And Surgery (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1427190727
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameDR. DOUGLAS N BLUMECredential: MD
Location Address1700 S COURT ST STE FVisalia, CA 93277-4931
Mailing Address1700 S Court St Ste FVisalia, CA 93277-4931 · (559) 734-9244 · Fax (559) 734-6932
Fax(559) 734-1787
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSChicago College Of Medicine And SurgeryGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateFebruary 13, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 24, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 24, 2026
NPI 1427190727 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
Licenses Licensed in CA · A96641 Licensed in IL · 036.127340
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
1700 S COURT ST STE F, Visalia, CA 93277

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. Douglas N Blume Md 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 ID1759447741
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090226000422
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 84

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.

Injection, gadoterate meglumine, 0.1 ml A9575
Gadoterate meglumine is a contrast agent used in MRI scans to help visualize certain areas of your body more clearly. It's injected into your bloodstream, typically through a vein in your arm, and helps doctors get more detailed images.
5,250 services31 patients
Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml Q9967
Low osmolar contrast material with 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration is a diagnostic tool used in imaging procedures. It helps to enhance the visibility of specific areas in the body, aiding in accurate diagnosis. It's safe and generally well-tolerated by patients.
2,165 services24 patients
X-ray of chest, 1 view 71045
A chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.
431 services368 patients
Screening mammography 77067
Screening mammography is a preventative measure that uses low-dose X-rays to take images of the chest area. It's a key tool in early detection of abnormalities, helping to identify issues before they become symptomatic. It is recommended annually for certain age groups.
401 services401 patients
Screening 3d breast mammography 77063
Screening 3D breast mammography is a procedure that uses low-dose X-rays to create detailed images of the breast. This allows for early detection of any unusual changes or growths. It's a non-invasive, outpatient procedure that typically takes about 30 minutes.
400 services400 patients
Screening mammography 77067
Screening mammography is a preventative measure that uses low-dose X-rays to take images of the chest area. It's a key tool in early detection of abnormalities, helping to identify issues before they become symptomatic. It is recommended annually for certain age groups.
250 services250 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 93277 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
$90.32 typical visit price
range $58.87 – $176.60
Typical copayment $22.58 (range $14.71 – $44.15)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$73.16 typical visit price
range $19.28 – $144.60
Typical copayment $18.29 (range $4.82 – $36.15)
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.

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 as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Radiation Consideration for Adult CT: Utilization of Dose Lowering Techniques
Percentage of final reports for patients aged 18 years and older undergoing CT with documentation that one or more of the following dose reduction techniques were used: - Automated exposure control - Adjustment of the mA and/or kV according to patient size -…
97%893 patients
Radiology: Stenosis Measurement in Carotid Imaging Reports
Percentage of final reports for carotid imaging studies (neck magnetic resonance angiography [MRA], neck computed tomography angiography [CTA], neck duplex ultrasound, carotid angiogram) performed that include direct or indirect reference to measurements of…
100%65 patients
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 13

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

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1700 S COURT ST STE F
VISALIA, CA 93277
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1700 S COURT ST STE F
VISALIA, CA 93277
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1700 S COURT ST STE F
VISALIA, CA 93277
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1700 S COURT ST STE F
VISALIA, CA 93277
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1700 S COURT ST STE F
VISALIA, CA 93277
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1700 S COURT ST STE F
VISALIA, CA 93277
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1700 S COURT ST STE F
VISALIA, CA 93277
Radiology (Vascular & Interventional Radiology)
1700 S COURT ST STE F
VISALIA, CA 93277

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 Douglas Blume's NPI number?

The NPI number for Douglas Blume is 1427190727. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 13, 2007.

Where is Douglas Blume located?

Douglas Blume practices at 1700 S Court St Ste F, Visalia, CA 93277. The listed phone number is (559) 734-5674.

What is Douglas Blume's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is Douglas Blume enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Douglas Blume 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Douglas Blume was last updated on March 24, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 months 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.