Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Edward Blocker, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Beaufort, SC
- NPI 1356411599
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.3 / 100 · 2023
- 33 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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97 Sea Island Pkwy
Beaufort, SC 299074400
(843) 682-7480 - Mailing address
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Po Box 125
Saint Helena Island, SC 299200125
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 15, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1993 — 33 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- South Carolina #17331
- Medicaid
- SC #173314
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1356411599. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,200
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$186,050
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 311 | 232 | $85 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 310 | 182 | $66 | |
J1040 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg | 262 | 164 | $12 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 218 | 178 | $14 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 210 | 116 | $11 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 168 | 136 | $120 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 137 | 90 | $13 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 99 | 99 | $104 | |
J7321 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, hyalgan, supartz or visco-3, for intra-articular injection, per dose | 94 | 22 | $74 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 76 | 36 | $8 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in Beaufort Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 91. This provider delivers 24× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$57
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $57.13 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
161
Patients
98
Total drug cost
$2,701
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 56 | 38 | $987 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 26 | 24 | $267 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 24 | 14 | $1,001 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 23 | 22 | $286 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 21 | 0 | $90 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 11 | 0 | $70 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Edward Blocker's medical specialty?
Dr. Edward Blocker practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Beaufort, SC.
Where does Dr. Edward Blocker practice?
Dr. Edward Blocker practices at 97 Sea Island Pkwy, Beaufort, SC 299074400. Office phone: 8436827480.
What is Dr. Edward Blocker's NPI?
Dr. Edward Blocker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356411599, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Edward Blocker accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Edward Blocker accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Edward Blocker commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610); Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg (HCPCS J1040). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.