Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Robert Block, MD
Otolaryngology Physician (CMS: Otolaryngology) · Salinas, CA
- NPI 1477627669
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 93.4 / 100 · 2023
- 39 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1095 Los Palos Drive
Salinas, CA 939013916
(831) 775-0205
fax (831) 775-0206
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 4, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1987 — 39 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Y00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G64896
- Medicaid
- CA #00G648960
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1477627669. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,404
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$267,429
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0585 |
Injection, onabotulinumtoxina, 1 unit | 2,354 | 14 | $6 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 911 | 461 | $136 | |
69210 |
Removal of impacted ear wax | 301 | 219 | $50 | |
31575 |
Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope | 136 | 106 | $138 | |
92504 |
Exam of ear using a microscope | 136 | 83 | $33 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 128 | 128 | $177 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 115 | 82 | $96 | |
31231 |
Diagnostic exam of nasal passages using an endoscope | 104 | 69 | $211 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 60 | 60 | $120 | |
30903 |
Complex control of nose bleed | 24 | 19 | $274 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in this city , average services per provider: 177. This provider delivers 25× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$625
Transactions
27
Manufacturers
9
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| GENZYME CORPORATION | 10 | $200.36 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 7 | $159.56 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc. | 4 | $91.66 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 1 | $66.36 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $27.82 | |
| HOSPIRA, INC. | 1 | $27.40 | |
| VERTEX PHARMACEUTICALS INCORPORATED | 1 | $19.18 | |
| Optinose US, Inc. | 1 | $17.42 | |
| KLS-Martin L.P. | 1 | $14.74 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
768
Patients
338
Total drug cost
$23,864
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | Generic | 132 | 46 | $1,862 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | Generic | 103 | 47 | $1,598 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | Generic | 97 | 34 | $5,111 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 68 | 32 | $736 |
| Azelastine Hcl | Generic | 56 | 30 | $1,844 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 46 | 23 | $494 |
| Tobramycin-Dexamethasone (Tobramycin/Dexamethasone) | Brand | 44 | 14 | $5,038 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 41 | 28 | $428 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 37 | 28 | $162 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 32 | 0 | $386 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Robert Block's medical specialty?
Dr. Robert Block practices Otolaryngology Physician in Salinas, CA.
Where does Dr. Robert Block practice?
Dr. Robert Block practices at 1095 Los Palos Drive, Salinas, CA 939013916. Office phone: 8317750205.
What is Dr. Robert Block's NPI?
Dr. Robert Block's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477627669, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Robert Block accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Robert Block accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Robert Block commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, onabotulinumtoxina, 1 unit (HCPCS J0585); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Removal of impacted ear wax (HCPCS 69210). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.