Stephanie Chen Block, MD
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Stephanie Chen Block is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Silver Spring, MD with over 16 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Stephanie Chen Block, MD has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 16+ years, working in group practice. Trained at University of Vermont College of Medicine (class of 2010), she has been practicing for over 16 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 81.68/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 70% of reporting doctors in Maryland
- Federal MIPS score higher than 64% of MIPS-scored doctors in Maryland
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
3801 International Dr Ste 210, Silver Spring, MD 20906-1550
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Maryland, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202381.68/100
Maryland avg: 77.8 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-1.9 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in MarylandHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.7%
Maryland avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.9 pts)
Better than 70% of reporting doctors in MarylandHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,125
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
428
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,395
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $527k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,391 reporting peers in Maryland.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$3.5k received from industry
200 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Stephanie Chen Block's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2010
University of Vermont College of Medicine
Board certified · Aug 23, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
16 years in practice
Experienced
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Education & Training
University of Vermont College of Medicine (Class of 2010)
Mailing address
8555 16th St Suite 310, Silver Spring, MD 20910-2816
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Stephanie Chen Block
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Stephanie Chen Block for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Silver Spring required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stephanie Chen Block
Dr. Block is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Silver Spring, MD. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (301) 562-7200.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Stephanie Chen Block
Practice Location
3801 International Dr Ste 210, Silver Spring, MD 20906-1550
Mailing Address
8555 16th St Suite 310, Silver Spring, MD 20910-2816
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