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KAELA ELISE PARNELL BLAKE M.D.
NPI 1205222072
Surgery in Knoxville, TN

Active since April 08, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
95.69/100
CMS Quality Rating
1934 ALCOA HWY # D285, KNOXVILLE, TN 37920(865) 305-9620 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 16, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 16, 2022, Sep 17, 2021, Jun 26, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Kaela Elise Parnell Blake M.d. NPPES

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

KAELA ELISE PARNELL BLAKE M.D. (NPI 1205222072) is an individual surgery provider in Knoxville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (0000065907) and active in the NPI registry since April 2015. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Blount Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1205222072
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameKAELA ELISE PARNELL BLAKECredential: M.D.
Location Address1934 ALCOA HWY # D285Knoxville, TN 37920-1524
Mailing Address1934 Alcoa Hwy # D285Knoxville, TN 37920-1524 · (865) 305-9620
Phone(865) 305-9620
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTexas Tech University Health Science Center School Of MedicineGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateApril 8, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 16, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 16, 2022
✔ NPI 1205222072 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in TN · 0000065907✔ Licensed in OH · 35.140892✔ Licensed in NH · 20218
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
1934 ALCOA HWY # D285, Knoxville, TN 37920
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, UnitedHealthcare.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

Kaela Elise Parnell Blake M.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 ID4183049026
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220927000056
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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
82 services59 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
47 services47 patients
Creation of muscle graft to trunk 15734
The creation of a muscle graft to the trunk is a surgical procedure where healthy muscle tissue is moved from one part of the body to another. This helps to repair damaged areas, improve function, and enhance appearance. It's a common procedure in reconstructive surgery.
31 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Blount Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Maryville, TN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number440011
Location907 E Lamar Alexander ParkwayMaryville, TN 37804 · Blount County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

University Health System, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Knoxville, TN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number440015
Location1924 Alcoa HighwayKnoxville, TN 37920 · Knox County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37920 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
$81.53 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $20.38 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$66.01 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $16.50 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

95.69/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality85.28
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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 Kaela Blake's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kaela Blake is 1205222072. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 8, 2015.

Where is Kaela Blake located?

Kaela Blake practices at 1934 Alcoa Hwy # D285, Knoxville, TN 37920. The listed phone number is (865) 305-9620.

What is Kaela Blake's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Kaela Blake enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kaela Blake 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 Kaela Blake accept?

Health plans from BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee and UnitedHealthcare list Kaela Blake 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.

Is Kaela Blake affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kaela Blake is affiliated with Blount Memorial Hospital and University Health System, Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kaela Blake was last updated on September 16, 2022. 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.