Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Edward Block, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Specialist · Mission Viejo, CA
- NPI 1811973860
- Accepts Medicare
- 46 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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27871 Medical Center RD, Suite 200
Mission Viejo, CA 926916404
(949) 364-5090
fax (949) 542-8710 - Mailing address
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26522 la Alameda, Suite 120
Mission Viejo, CA 926916330
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 22, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 1980 — 46 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G45827
- Medicaid
- CA #00G458270
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1811973860. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,008
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$129,360
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 159 | 159 | $113 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 149 | 127 | $98 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 110 | 109 | $90 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 104 | 104 | $250 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 103 | 97 | $139 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 95 | 95 | $121 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 64 | 64 | $189 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 62 | 62 | $178 | |
99202 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 15-29 minutes | 53 | 53 | $80 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 31 | 22 | $8 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Mission Viejo Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 55. This provider delivers 18× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$3,337
Transactions
145
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 63 | $1,411.55 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 13 | $385.32 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 10 | $235.52 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 10 | $224.07 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 10 | $203.32 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 15 | $194.65 | |
| Ardelyx, INC. | 4 | $108.44 | |
| Madrigal Pharmaceuticals | 2 | $90.64 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 4 | $83.04 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 3 | $72.00 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 4 | $62.56 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 2 | $46.14 | |
| Gilead Sciences, INC. | 2 | $41.42 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 1 | $39.51 | |
| Albireo Pharma, INC. | 2 | $35.78 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
776
Patients
326
Total drug cost
$87,996
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 247 | 68 | $3,423 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,Mag Sulfates) | Brand | 169 | 167 | $12,619 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 109 | 40 | $2,011 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 47 | 13 | $725 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 35 | 11 | $1,730 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 23 | 0 | $12,541 |
| Creon (Lipase/Protease/Amylase) | Brand | 21 | 0 | $29,918 |
| Budesonide Ec (Budesonide) | Brand | 17 | 0 | $9,082 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 17 | 11 | $123 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 17 | 0 | $261 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Edward Block's medical specialty?
Dr. Edward Block practices Gastroenterology Physician in Mission Viejo, CA.
Where does Dr. Edward Block practice?
Dr. Edward Block practices at 27871 Medical Center RD, Mission Viejo, CA 926916404. Office phone: 9493645090.
What is Dr. Edward Block's NPI?
Dr. Edward Block's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1811973860, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Edward Block accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Edward Block accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Edward Block commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 45380); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.