DR. ROBERT SAMUEL BLOCH MD
NPI 1568422657
Surgery in Easton, PA

Active since March 24, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
95.64/100
CMS Quality Rating
2403 BUTLER ST, EASTON, PA 18042(484) 526-2244(610) 258-4705 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 21, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 21, 2026, Sep 12, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Robert Samuel Bloch Md NPPES

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

DR. ROBERT SAMUEL BLOCH MD (NPI 1568422657) is an individual surgery provider in Easton, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD035524E) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Luke's Warren Hospital, and is a graduate of New York Medical College (1979).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1568422657
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ROBERT SAMUEL BLOCHCredential: MD
Location Address2403 BUTLER STEaston, PA 18042-5302
Mailing Address2403 Butler StEaston, PA 18042-5302 · (484) 526-2244 · Fax (610) 258-4705
Fax(610) 258-4705
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSNew York Medical CollegeGraduated 1979
Enumeration DateMarch 24, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 21, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 21, 2026
NPI 1568422657 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License Licensed in PA · MD035524E
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
2403 BUTLER ST, Easton, PA 18042

Other Identifiers 6

Other108365PA · Medicare Group
Other3553619000PA · Independence/keystone Group#
Medicaid0010574290004PA
Other50081641PA · Capital Blue Cross
Other000127793PA · Pa Highmark Blue Shield
Other002078081PA · Pa Highmark Blue Shield Group #

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. Robert Samuel Bloch 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 ID4284680042
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090127000088, I20200630000061
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 5

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 straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
42 services38 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.
26 services26 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 15 minutes or more 99202
This service involves an initial visit to the doctor's office or other outpatient setting. It typically lasts between 15-29 minutes. The doctor will review your medical history, conduct a physical examination, and discuss your health concerns. It's a chance to establish your health baseline and address any immediate medical issues.
24 services24 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.
19 services19 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.
16 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

St Luke's Warren Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Phillipsburg, NJ
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310060
Location185 Roseberry StPhillipsburg, NJ 08865 · Warren County
Emergency services

St Luke's Hospital Bethlehem

Acute Care Hospitals · Bethlehem, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390049
Location801 Ostrum StreetBethlehem, PA 18015 · Northampton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Luke's Hospital - Easton Campus

Acute Care Hospitals · Easton, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390162
Location250 South 21st StreetEaston, PA 18042 · Northampton County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 18042 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
$84.88 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $21.22 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$68.36 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $17.09 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
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.

95.64/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality80.57
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
37%306 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
100%1,162 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
26%321 patients2/55-star benchmark: 88%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
100%355 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
70%695 patients3/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
34%638 patients2/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients screenedForUse: 94% · 298 patients
Patients tobacco: 24% · 21 patients
78%153 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
97%695 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
90%695 patients5/55-star benchmark: 89%
View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.
32%695 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 20

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

Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
2403 BUTLER ST
EASTON, PA 18042
Internal Medicine
2403 BUTLER ST
EASTON, PA 18042
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
2403 BUTLER ST
EASTON, PA 18042
Surgery
2403 BUTLER ST
EASTON, PA 18042
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
2403 BUTLER ST
EASTON, PA 18042
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
2403 BUTLER ST
EASTON, PA 18042
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
2403 BUTLER ST
EASTON, PA 18042
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
2403 BUTLER ST
EASTON, PA 18042

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 Robert Bloch's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert Bloch is 1568422657. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 24, 2006.

Where is Robert Bloch located?

Robert Bloch practices at 2403 Butler St, Easton, PA 18042. The listed phone number is (484) 526-2244.

What is Robert Bloch's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Robert Bloch enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Robert Bloch 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.

Is Robert Bloch affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Robert Bloch is affiliated with St Luke's Warren Hospital, St Luke's Hospital Bethlehem and St Luke's Hospital - Easton Campus.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Robert Bloch was last updated on January 21, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.