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DR. JULIE M BLENKER O.D.
NPI 1043265267
Optometrist in Saint Paul, MN

Active since May 24, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
261 RUTH ST N STE E, SAINT PAUL, MN 55119(651) 739-5173(651) 739-8907 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 25, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 25, 2023, Sep 10, 2018, Jun 30, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Julie M Blenker O.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. JULIE M BLENKER O.D. (NPI 1043265267) is an individual optometrist in Saint Paul, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (2573) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Stillwater, and is a graduate of Southern California College Of Optometry (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1043265267
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JULIE M BLENKERCredential: O.D.
Location Address261 RUTH ST N STE ESaint Paul, MN 55119-4337
Mailing Address7244 Crane DrLino Lakes, MN 55038-4701 · (763) 292-0101 · Fax (651) 788-9695
Phone(651) 739-5173
Fax(651) 739-8907
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSSouthern California College Of OptometryGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateMay 24, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 25, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 25, 2023
✔ NPI 1043265267 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in MN · 2573✔ Licensed in WI · 2652-035
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
261 RUTH ST N STE E, Saint Paul, MN 55119
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11960 Market DrStillwater, MN 55082-7504 · Phone (651) 439-3049

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid38619800WI

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Medica, Providence Health Plan.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Julie M Blenker O.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID7810949963
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150226001149
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency– Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 3

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

New patient complete exam of visual system 92004
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
39 services39 patients
Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
27 services27 patients
Photography of the retina 92250
Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.
12 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55119 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$127.61 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $168.28
Typical copayment $31.90 (range $14.00 – $42.07)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$69.74 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $138.04
Typical copayment $17.43 (range $4.58 – $34.51)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

BLENKER EYE CARE PLLC
Optometrist
261 RUTH ST N STE E
SAINT PAUL, MN 55119
Ramsey County (651) 739-5173

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Julie Blenker's NPI number?

The NPI number for Julie Blenker is 1043265267. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 24, 2006.

Where is Julie Blenker located?

Julie Blenker practices at 261 Ruth St N Ste E, Saint Paul, MN 55119. The listed phone number is (651) 739-5173.

What is Julie Blenker's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is Julie Blenker enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Julie Blenker is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Julie Blenker accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Medica and Providence Health Plan list Julie Blenker as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Julie Blenker was last updated on March 25, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.