CRAIG DAVID BLINDERMAN MD
NPI 1659388494
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in New York, NY

Active since August 02, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
96.78/100
CMS Quality Rating
622 W 168TH ST, NEW YORK, NY 10032(212) 305-9876(212) 342-2139 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 18, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Craig David Blinderman Md NPPES

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

CRAIG DAVID BLINDERMAN MD (NPI 1659388494) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in New York, New York, licensed in New York (236923) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1659388494
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X
Provider Legal NameCRAIG DAVID BLINDERMANCredential: MD
Location Address622 W 168TH STNew York, NY 10032-3720
Mailing Address630 W 168th St, Box 4New York, NY 10032-3725 · (212) 305-9876 · Fax (212) 342-2139
Fax(212) 342-2139
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateAugust 2, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 18, 2016
✔ NPI 1659388494 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0002X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 236923
Definition
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Also ListedFamily MedicineTaxonomy 207Q00000X · License 228885 (MA), 236923 (NY)
622 W 168TH ST, New York, NY 10032

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Craig David Blinderman 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 ID4385647957
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100326000652
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

4

Medicare enrollment records show Craig Blinderman reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Internal Medicine
622 W 168TH ST
New York, NY 10032
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 612 clinicians in this Medicare group
Anesthesiology
622 W 168TH ST
New York, NY 10032
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1982993184 (New York)
  • 3,922 clinicians in this Medicare group
Neurology
1275 YORK AVE
New York, NY 10021
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 191 clinicians in this Medicare group
Medical Oncology
480 RED HILL RD
Middletown, NJ 07748
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New Jersey enrollment
  • 464 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-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.
75 services33 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.
35 services18 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
22 services22 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.
22 services12 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial 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.
19 services19 patients

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.

96.78/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality88.8
Improvement Activities40

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.

Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
622 W 168TH ST, PH4-124
NEW YORK, NY 10032
Internal Medicine
622 W 168TH ST
NEW YORK, NY 10032
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
622 W 168TH ST
NEW YORK, NY 10032
Emergency Medicine
622 W 168TH ST
NEW YORK, NY 10032
Pharmacist
622 W 168TH ST
NEW YORK, NY 10032
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
622 W 168TH ST
NEW YORK, NY 10032
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
622 W 168TH ST
NEW YORK, NY 10032
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
622 W 168TH ST
NEW YORK, NY 10032

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 Craig Blinderman's NPI number?

The NPI number for Craig Blinderman is 1659388494. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 2, 2006.

Where is Craig Blinderman located?

Craig Blinderman practices at 622 W 168th St, New York, NY 10032. The listed phone number is (212) 305-9876.

What is Craig Blinderman's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Is Craig Blinderman enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Craig Blinderman 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 Craig Blinderman's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Craig Blinderman reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Trustees Of Columbia University In The City Of New York (New York, NY), Trustees Of Columbia University In The City Of New York (New York, NY), Memorial Neurology Group (New York, NY) and Msk Monmouth (Middletown, NJ). 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 Craig Blinderman's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Craig Blinderman was last updated on February 18, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.