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Gastroenterology

Edward J. Block, MD

Works at hospitals in Newport Beach, CA · Mission Viejo, CA · California

Summary

Edward J. Block, MD (Gastroenterology) is listed by Medicare at 2 hospitals in Newport Beach, CA and Mission Viejo, CA. NPI 1811973860. Medicare data says the clinician accepts Medicare assignment. Source: CMS Facility Affiliation Data, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Edward J. Block, 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

GastroenterologyPrimary specialty
YesAccepts Medicare assignment
YesOffers telehealth
46Years since medical school (graduated 1980)
Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount SinaiMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)
Providence Medical FoundationGroup practice

Quick answers

Which hospitals does Edward J. Block work at?
Medicare's official clinician data lists Edward J. Block at 2 hospitals: Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian and Providence Mission Hospital. This is where the clinician works or has privileges; call the hospital to confirm.
Where does Edward J. Block see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 4 practice locations, including Fullerton, CA and Mission Viejo, CA. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Edward J. Block's specialty?
Medicare lists Gastroenterology as the primary specialty.
Does Edward J. Block accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Edward J. Block accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
Does Edward J. Block offer telehealth?
Medicare's clinician data says Edward J. Block offers telehealth services. Ask the office which visits can be done by video or phone.
What is the phone number for Edward J. Block?
(714) 871-3006, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is Edward J. Block's NPI number?
1811973860. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Hospitals where Edward J. Block works

Medicare's Facility Affiliation Data lists Edward J. Block at these hospitals (updated 2026-10-02). Each hospital page shows its address, phone, emergency services, Medicare rating and all its clinicians.

Practice locations

Addresses where Edward J. Block is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Group practices

Medicare enrollment lists Edward J. Block as a member of this group (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

  • Providence Medical Foundation1,466 clinicians in the group

Specialties

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Other gastroenterologists in Fullerton

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Fullerton, CA — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Medical schoolIcahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai
Graduation year1980
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentAccepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment)
TelehealthOffers telehealth services
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1811973860
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Sources

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