DR. MICHAEL JAMES BLEA M.D.
NPI 1245591643
Surgery in Albuquerque, NM

Q: What is the provider's specialty?

The provider's specialty is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Active since June 01, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

6701 JEFFERSON ST NE, ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87109(505) 727-6200(505) 727-6200 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 28, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

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About Dr. Michael James Blea M.d. NPPES

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

DR. MICHAEL JAMES BLEA M.D. (NPI 1245591643) is an individual surgery provider in Albuquerque, New Mexico, licensed in New Mexico (MD2019-1075) and active in the NPI registry since June 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lovelace Women's Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Boston.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1245591643

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208600000X

Provider Legal NameDR. MICHAEL JAMES BLEACredential: M.D.

Location Address6701 JEFFERSON ST NEAlbuquerque, NM 87109-4318

Mailing Address6701 Jefferson St NeAlbuquerque, NM 87109-4318 · (505) 727-6200

Phone(505) 727-6200

Fax(505) 727-6200

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSTufts University School Of MedicineGraduated 2012

Enumeration DateJune 1, 2012

Last NPPES UpdateDecember 28, 2020

NPPES CertifiedDecember 28, 2020

✔ NPI 1245591643 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208600000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in NM · MD2019-1075✔ Licensed in MA · 251879

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.

6701 JEFFERSON ST NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1800 Washington StBoston, MA 02111-1552 · Phone (617) 636-5891

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid5408721NM

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. Michael James Blea 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 ID7618225897

PECOS Enrollment IDI20200115002816

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 5

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the 2024 & 2026 CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes 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.

34 services34 patients

Repair of groin hernia using an endoscope 49650

This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a thin tube with a camera, to repair a hernia in the groin area. The surgeon makes small incisions, inserts the endoscope, and uses special tools to fix the hernia. This minimally invasive technique often results in quicker recovery times.

27 services27 patients

Other repair of hernia using an endoscope 49659

This procedure involves using a thin tube with a camera (endoscope) to fix a hernia, which is a bulge of tissue or an organ pushing through a weak spot in your muscles. Small tools are passed through the endoscope to repair the hernia.

19 services18 patients

Melanoma (skin cancer) excision NAN03

Melanoma excision is a procedure where a surgeon removes melanoma, a type of skin cancer, and some surrounding healthy tissue. Local anesthesia is applied to numb the area. The goal is to completely remove the cancer and prevent its spread. Healing time varies.

0 services1 patient

Hernia repair (minimally invasive) NAN16

Hernia repair is a surgery to fix a hernia - a condition where an organ pushes through an opening in the muscle or tissue that holds it in place. Minimally invasive hernia repair involves small incisions, a tiny camera, and special surgical tools. This method often leads to quicker recovery, less pain, and reduced scarring compared to traditional surgery.

0 services63 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Lovelace Women's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Albuquerque, NM

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number320017

Location4701 Montgomery Boulevard NEAlbuquerque, NM 87109 · Bernalillo County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 87109 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

$84.79 typical visit price

range $54.26 – $166.80

Typical copayment $21.19 (range $13.56 – $41.70)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$68.00 typical visit price

range $17.00 – $135.35

Typical copayment $17.00 (range $4.25 – $33.83)

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 20

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

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