DR. FRANCOIS BLUMENFELD-KOUCHNER D.O.
NPI 1982043105
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Grafton, WI

Active since June 20, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
94.1/100
CMS Quality Rating
975 PORT WASHINGTON RD, GRAFTON, WI 53024(262) 329-1000(262) 329-3101 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 19, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 19, 2024, Nov 23, 2021, Nov 17, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Francois Blumenfeld-kouchner D.o. NPPES

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

DR. FRANCOIS BLUMENFELD-KOUCHNER D.O. (NPI 1982043105) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Grafton, Wisconsin, licensed in Illinois (036139991) and active in the NPI registry since June 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital, and is a graduate of Midwestern University, Chicago College Of Osteopathic Med (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982043105
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X
Provider Legal NameDR. FRANCOIS BLUMENFELD-KOUCHNERCredential: D.O.
Location Address975 PORT WASHINGTON RDGrafton, WI 53024
Mailing Address975 Port Washington RdGrafton, WI 53024-9201 · (262) 329-1000 · Fax (262) 329-3101
Fax(262) 329-3101
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSMidwestern University, Chicago College Of Osteopathic MedGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateJune 20, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 19, 20244 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 13, 2024
NPI 1982043105 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
Licenses Licensed in IL · 036139991 Licensed in WI · 6734621
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 ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 125063761 (IL), 67346 (WI)
975 PORT WASHINGTON RD, Grafton, WI 53024

Accepted Insurance

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. Francois Blumenfeld-kouchner D.o. 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 ID6709182736
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160810002457
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 14

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.
105 services50 patients
Prolonged office or other outpatient evaluation and management service(s) beyond the maximum required time of the primary procedure which has been selected using total time on the date of the primary service; each additional 15 minutes by the physician or G2212
This service refers to extended doctor visits where your healthcare provider spends additional time evaluating and managing your health beyond the primary procedure's required time. This includes each extra 15 minutes spent by the physician on the same day as the primary service.
85 services27 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.
53 services34 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes 99443
This service involves a 21-30 minute phone conversation with a physician. It's a chance for you to discuss your health concerns, symptoms or treatment plans. It's similar to an in-person consultation, but conducted over the phone for your convenience and safety.
36 services25 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes 99442
This is a service where you have a phone conversation with your doctor for 11-20 minutes. It's used for discussing health concerns, reviewing test results, or managing ongoing conditions. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without an in-person visit.
35 services23 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.
31 services23 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Evanston, IL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number140010
Location2650 Ridge AveEvanston, IL 60201 · Cook County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Swedish Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Chicago, IL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number140114
Location5145 N California AveChicago, IL 60625 · Cook 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.

94.1/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality82.59
Promoting Interoperability100
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.

Physical Therapist
975 PORT WASHINGTON RD
GRAFTON, WI 53024
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
975 PORT WASHINGTON RD
GRAFTON, WI 53024
Pharmacist
975 PORT WASHINGTON RD
GRAFTON, WI 53024
Physician Assistant
975 PORT WASHINGTON RD
GRAFTON, WI 53024
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
975 PORT WASHINGTON RD
GRAFTON, WI 53024
Nurse Practitioner
975 PORT WASHINGTON RD
GRAFTON, WI 53024
Hospitalist
975 PORT WASHINGTON RD
GRAFTON, WI 53024
Speech-Language Pathologist
975 PORT WASHINGTON RD
GRAFTON, WI 53024

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 Francois Blumenfeld-kouchner's NPI number?

The NPI number for Francois Blumenfeld-kouchner is 1982043105. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 20, 2013.

Where is Francois Blumenfeld-kouchner located?

Francois Blumenfeld-kouchner practices at 975 Port Washington Rd, Grafton, WI 53024. The listed phone number is (262) 329-1000.

What is Francois Blumenfeld-kouchner's specialty?

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

Is Francois Blumenfeld-kouchner enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Francois Blumenfeld-kouchner 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 Francois Blumenfeld-kouchner accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and Ambetter from Home State Health list Francois Blumenfeld-kouchner 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 Francois Blumenfeld-kouchner affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Francois Blumenfeld-kouchner is affiliated with Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital and Swedish Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Francois Blumenfeld-kouchner was last updated on December 19, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 20 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.