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EDWARD FRANCIS DROPCHO M.D.
NPI 1730527334
Family Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Seattle, WA

Active since June 05, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
925 SENECA ST, SEATTLE, WA 98101(206) 341-0860(206) 341-1401 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 17, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 17, 2018, Feb 13, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Edward Francis Dropcho M.d. NPPES

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

EDWARD FRANCIS DROPCHO M.D. (NPI 1730527334) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Seattle, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD60644235) and active in the NPI registry since June 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Indianapolis.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1730527334
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207QH0002X
Provider Legal NameEDWARD FRANCIS DROPCHOCredential: M.D.
Location Address925 SENECA STSeattle, WA 98101-2742
Mailing Address925 Seneca StSeattle, WA 98101-2742 · (206) 341-0860 · Fax (206) 341-1401
Phone(206) 341-0860
Fax(206) 341-1401
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSIndiana University School Of MedicineGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateJune 5, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 17, 20182 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1730527334 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207QH0002X
License✔ Licensed in WA · MD60644235
Definition
A family 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 ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X · License 11017212A (IN)
925 SENECA ST, Seattle, WA 98101
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11001 W 10th St, OPW M200Indianapolis, IN 46202-2859 · Phone (317) 409-7961

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Edward Francis Dropcho 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 ID8123260023
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170719002439
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 4

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.
107 services39 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.
61 services34 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.
46 services46 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
21 services21 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Virginia Mason Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Seattle, WA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number500005
Location925 Seneca StSeattle, WA 98101 · King County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98101 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
$97.43 typical visit price
range $63.67 – $189.37
Typical copayment $24.35 (range $15.91 – $47.34)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$111.00 typical visit price
range $21.12 – $155.00
Typical copayment $27.75 (range $5.28 – $38.75)
Most-billed visit code 99214
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.

STEPHEN A LOPEZ MD
Hospitalist
925 SENECA ST
SEATTLE, WA 98101
King County (206) 341-0860
DR. STEPHEN RAMON MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
925 SENECA ST
SEATTLE, WA 98101
King County (206) 583-6079
JARED JOHN BASSMANN
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
925 SENECA ST
SEATTLE, WA 98101
King County (206) 223-6772
YORDANOS T KAHSAI M.D.
Hospitalist
925 SENECA ST
SEATTLE, WA 98101
King County (206) 624-1144
RHADIKA MCCORMICK SOUZA MD
Emergency Medicine
925 SENECA ST
SEATTLE, WA 98101
King County (206) 583-6433
IRINA KUSHNIR M.D.
Hospitalist
925 SENECA ST
SEATTLE, WA 98101
King County (206) 341-1401
JENNA LEE MALIGRO MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
925 SENECA ST, MAIL STOP: H8-GME
SEATTLE, WA 98101
King County (206) 583-6079
THOMAS HOY PEREZ
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
925 SENECA ST
SEATTLE, WA 98101
King County (408) 832-4749

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 Edward Dropcho's NPI number?

The NPI number for Edward Dropcho is 1730527334. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 5, 2013.

Where is Edward Dropcho located?

Edward Dropcho practices at 925 Seneca St, Seattle, WA 98101. The listed phone number is (206) 341-0860.

What is Edward Dropcho's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207QH0002X.

Is Edward Dropcho enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Edward Dropcho 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.

What insurance does Edward Dropcho accept?

Health plans from Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska list Edward Dropcho 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 Edward Dropcho affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Edward Dropcho is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Edward Dropcho was last updated on March 17, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.