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YOSSEF CARDOZO BLUM MD
NPI 1649430711
Orthopaedic Surgery - Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery in Bronx, NY

Active since June 12, 2008PECOS Enrolled
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
1200 WATERS PL FL 11, BRONX, NY 10461(646) 244-6728 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 12, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Yossef Cardozo Blum Md NPPES

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

YOSSEF CARDOZO BLUM MD (NPI 1649430711) is an individual adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgery provider in Bronx, New York, licensed in New York (247742) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Montefiore Medical Center, and is a graduate of Perelman School Of Med At The University Of Pennsylvania (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1649430711
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207XS0114X
Provider Legal NameYOSSEF CARDOZO BLUMCredential: MD
Location Address1200 WATERS PL FL 11Bronx, NY 10461-2728
Mailing Address1200 Waters Place, 11th FloorBronx, NY 10461 · (646) 244-6728
Phone(646) 244-6728
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSPerelman School Of Med At The University Of PennsylvaniaGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateJune 12, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 12, 2012
✔ NPI 1649430711 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207XS0114X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 247742
Definition
Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons deal with reconstructive procedures such as joint arthroplasty (i.e., hip and knee), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and a variety of other adult reconstructive surgical procedures.
1200 WATERS PL FL 11, Bronx, NY 10461
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Yossef Cardozo Blum Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID5395890826
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090903000726
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Yossef Blum reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Montefiore Medical Center
2.9 mi
Anesthesiology
111 E 210TH ST
Bronx, NY 10467
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 5,251 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1063525152 (914) 378-6021

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 11

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, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301
Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.
564 services89 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
408 services220 patients
X-ray of knee, 3 views 73562
An X-ray of the knee, 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the knee from three different angles. This helps medical professionals to diagnose and monitor conditions like arthritis, fractures, or infections. The process is quick and painless.
269 services143 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
260 services178 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.
244 services169 patients
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg J1030
Methylprednisolone acetate is a medication given through an injection. It's a type of corticosteroid, which reduces inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat various conditions like arthritis, allergies, and skin diseases. This dose is 40 mg.
94 services59 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Montefiore Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Bronx, NY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330059
Location111 East 210th StreetBronx, NY 10467 · Bronx County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Risk-standardized complication rate (RSCR) following elective primary total hip arthroplasty (THA) and/or total knee arthroplasty (TKA) for Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
0.03%
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Walker, folding, wheeled, adjustable or fixed height E0143
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$44.04 avg. paid by Medicare
Walker, heavy duty, wheeled, rigid or folding, any type E0149
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$6.68 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Yossef Blum's NPI number?

The NPI number for Yossef Blum is 1649430711. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 12, 2008.

Where is Yossef Blum located?

Yossef Blum practices at 1200 Waters Pl Fl 11, Bronx, NY 10461. The listed phone number is (646) 244-6728.

What is Yossef Blum's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery, with taxonomy code 207XS0114X.

Is Yossef Blum enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Yossef Blum is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for Yossef Blum's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Yossef Blum reassigns Medicare benefits to Montefiore Medical Center (Bronx, NY). The 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 Yossef Blum's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Yossef Blum affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Yossef Blum is affiliated with Montefiore Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Yossef Blum was last updated on January 12, 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.