Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Michael Blechman, MD
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · New York, NY
- NPI 1538241468
- Accepts Medicare
- 33 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
155 5Th Ave, 2Nd Floor
New York, NY 100106802
(212) 741-6100
fax (212) 741-6667
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 2, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1993 — 33 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New York #199205
- Medicaid
- NY #02005627
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1538241468. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
324
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$49,861
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 67 | 59 | $146 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 59 | 59 | $193 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 46 | 35 | $105 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 45 | 42 | $142 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 29 | 27 | $293 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 22 | 22 | $126 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 21 | 18 | $8 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 13 | 13 | $206 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 11 | 11 | $116 | |
G0121 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk | 11 | 11 | $195 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 165 peers in this city , average services per provider: 69. This provider delivers 4.7× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
441
Patients
220
Total drug cost
$47,195
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Famotidine | Generic | 125 | 42 | $1,419 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfates) | Brand | 85 | 82 | $6,660 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 82 | 27 | $864 |
| Gavilyte-C (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl) | Brand | 61 | 55 | $1,062 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 50 | 14 | $741 |
| Mesalamine | Generic | 25 | 0 | $15,033 |
| Viberzi (Eluxadoline) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $21,415 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Michael Blechman's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Blechman practices Gastroenterology Physician in New York, NY.
Where does Dr. Michael Blechman practice?
Dr. Michael Blechman practices at 155 5Th Ave, New York, NY 100106802. Office phone: 2127416100.
What is Dr. Michael Blechman's NPI?
Dr. Michael Blechman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538241468, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michael Blechman accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michael Blechman accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Michael Blechman commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.