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DR. ERNEST BLOCK MD
NPI 1861471112
Surgery - Surgical Critical Care in Kissimmee, FL

Active since January 14, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
702 WEST OAK STREET, SUITE 303, KISSIMMEE, FL 34741(407) 520-3947 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 5, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Ernest Block Md NPPES

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

DR. ERNEST BLOCK MD (NPI 1861471112) is an individual surgical critical care provider in Kissimmee, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME60765) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hca Florida Osceola Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Miami, Lm Miller School Of Medicine (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1861471112
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2086S0102X
Provider Legal NameDR. ERNEST BLOCKCredential: MD
Location Address702 WEST OAK STREET, SUITE 303Kissimmee, FL 34741
Mailing Address702 West Oak Street, Suite 303Kissimmee, FL 34741 · (407) 520-3947
Phone(407) 520-3947
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Miami, Lm Miller School Of MedicineGraduated 1986
Enumeration DateJanuary 14, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 5, 2020
NPPES CertifiedAugust 5, 2020
✔ NPI 1861471112 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtySurgery · Surgical Critical CareAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2086S0102X
License✔ Licensed in FL · ME60765
Definition
A surgeon with expertise in the management of the critically ill and postoperative patient, particularly the trauma victim, who specializes in critical care medicine diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License ME60765 (FL)
702 WEST OAK STREET, Kissimmee, FL 34741
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid251066900FL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama, AvMed and more.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

Dr. Ernest Block 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 ID2668507690
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100316000928
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 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.
33 services31 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
26 services21 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
25 services25 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.
22 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Hca Florida Osceola Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Kissimmee, FL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number100110
Location700 West Oak StreetKissimmee, FL 34741 · Osceola County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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 Ernest Block's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ernest Block is 1861471112. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 14, 2006.

Where is Ernest Block located?

Ernest Block practices at 702 West Oak Street Suite 303, Kissimmee, FL 34741. The listed phone number is (407) 520-3947.

What is Ernest Block's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Surgical Critical Care, with taxonomy code 2086S0102X.

Is Ernest Block enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ernest Block 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 Ernest Block accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama, AvMed, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) and 2 other insurers list Ernest Block 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 Ernest Block affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ernest Block is affiliated with Hca Florida Osceola Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ernest Block was last updated on August 5, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.