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Ophthalmology

Lawrence R. Blum, MD

Sees patients in Kew Gardens, NY · New York, NY · New York

Summary

Lawrence R. Blum, MD (Ophthalmology) is enrolled with Medicare at 2 practice locations in Kew Gardens, NY and New York, NY. NPI 1811082571. Source: CMS National Downloadable File, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Lawrence R. Blum, joined by NPI number (data updated 2026-10-02). It is not a recommendation or a rating. Call the office or hospital to confirm before you go.

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At a glance

OphthalmologyPrimary specialty
May acceptAccepts Medicare assignment
36Years since medical school (graduated 1990)
State University Of New York Downstate Medical CenterMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)
Lawrence Blum MD PCGroup practice

Quick answers

Where does Lawrence R. Blum see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 2 practice locations, including Kew Gardens, NY and New York, NY. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Lawrence R. Blum's specialty?
Medicare lists Ophthalmology as the primary specialty.
Does Lawrence R. Blum accept Medicare assignment?
Medicare's clinician data says Lawrence R. Blum may accept Medicare assignment (as of 2026-10-02). Ask the office whether they accept it for your visit.
What is the phone number for Lawrence R. Blum?
(718) 847-2020, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is Lawrence R. Blum's NPI number?
1811082571. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Practice locations

Addresses where Lawrence R. Blum is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Group practices

Medicare enrollment lists Lawrence R. Blum as a member of this group (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

  • Lawrence Blum MD PC2 clinicians in the group

Specialties

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Other ophthalmologists in Kew Gardens

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Kew Gardens, NY — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Medical schoolState University Of New York Downstate Medical Center
Graduation year1990
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentMay accept for some services
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1811082571
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Sources

  1. National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
  3. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians