Surgeon profile
Ruth Blum, M.D.
Urology · Billings, MT 59101NPI 1588058168
Database refreshed July 2026Live NPPES registry· Industry payments CY2025ⓘ sources
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Tracked procedure volumes
Latest federal claims release with year-over-year momentum. Eight device-heavy specialties tracked — more coming.
86 Medicare cases/yr
73 patients
3 procedures
| Procedure | Cases | Trend | Patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ureteral Stent Placement CPT 52332 | 40 | ≈ flat | 30 |
| Ureteroscopy with Laser Lithotripsy CPT 52356 | 25 | ▲ +14% | 22 |
| TURP — Prostate Resection CPT 52601 | 21 | ▲ +24% | 21 |
Industry relationships
CMS Open Payments, CY2025 general payments (published June 2026) — who already pays this surgeon.
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