DR. ANDREW BLACKMAN MD
NPI 1295998771
Orthopaedic Surgery - Sports Medicine in Great Falls, MT

Active since July 06, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
87.26/100
CMS Quality Rating
GREAT FALLS CLINIC, 3000 15TH AVENUE SOUTH, GREAT FALLS, MT 59405(406) 454-2171 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Andrew Blackman Md NPPES

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

DR. ANDREW BLACKMAN MD (NPI 1295998771) is an individual sports medicine provider in Great Falls, Montana, licensed in Montana (73861) and active in the NPI registry since July 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Benefis Hospitals Inc, and is a graduate of University Of Washington School Of Medicine (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1295998771
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207XX0005X
Provider Legal NameDR. ANDREW BLACKMANCredential: MD
Location AddressGREAT FALLS CLINIC, 3000 15TH AVENUE SOUTHGreat Falls, MT 59405
Mailing AddressGreat Falls Clinic, 3000 15th Avenue SouthGreat Falls, MT 59405 · (406) 454-2171
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Washington School Of MedicineGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateJuly 6, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2019
NPI 1295998771 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Sports MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207XX0005X
Licenses Licensed in MT · 73861 Licensed in MN · 56811 Licensed in MN · 107054 Licensed in MO · 2014015767
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon trained in sports medicine provides appropriate care for all structures of the musculoskeletal system directly affected by participation in sporting activity. This specialist is proficient in areas including conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, and nutrition on performance and health, coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Knowledge and understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices enables the specialist to prevent and manage athletic injuries.
Also ListedOrthopaedic SurgeryTaxonomy 207X00000X · License 2008016678 (MO)
GREAT FALLS CLINIC, Great Falls, MT 59405

Other Identifiers 1

OtherM011013436Medicare Pin Mt

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Andrew Blackman Md 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 ID5395987580
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190430003055
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 10

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.
203 services169 patients
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg J1040
Methylprednisolone acetate is a strong anti-inflammatory medication. It is often given as an 80 mg injection to reduce inflammation and pain. It's commonly used for conditions like arthritis, allergic disorders, or other inflammatory diseases.
113 services28 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance 20611
This procedure involves using ultrasound technology to accurately locate a large joint, usually the knee or shoulder. A needle is then inserted to either extract fluid (aspiration) or inject medication. The ultrasound helps ensure precision and safety.
98 services60 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
85 services81 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
64 services64 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
59 services40 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Benefis Hospitals Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Great Falls, MT
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number270012
Location1101 26th St SGreat Falls, MT 59405 · Cascade County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Great Falls Clinic Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Great Falls, MT
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number270086
Location3010 15th Avenue SouthGreat Falls, MT 59405 · Cascade County
Emergency services

Benefis Teton Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Choteau, MT
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number271307
Location915 4th St NWChoteau, MT 59422 · Teton County
Emergency services

Logan Health - Shelby

Critical Access Hospitals · Shelby, MT
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number271328
Location640 Park AveShelby, MT 59474 · Toole County
Emergency services

Northern Rockies Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Cut Bank, MT
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number271337
Location802 2nd St SECut Bank, MT 59427 · Glacier County

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.

87.26/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality82.97
Promoting Interoperability85.91
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Risk-standardized complication rate (RSCR) following elective primary total hip arthroplasty (THA) and/or total knee arthroplasty (TKA) for Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
0.03%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Shoulder orthosis, acromio/clavicular (canvas and webbing type), prefabricated, off-the-shelf L3670
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier22 claims22 services$86.18 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Andrew Blackman's NPI number?

The NPI number for Andrew Blackman is 1295998771. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 6, 2008.

Where is Andrew Blackman located?

Andrew Blackman practices at Great Falls Clinic 3000 15th Avenue South, Great Falls, MT 59405. The listed phone number is (406) 454-2171.

What is Andrew Blackman's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Sports Medicine, with taxonomy code 207XX0005X.

Is Andrew Blackman enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Andrew Blackman 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 Andrew Blackman accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Mountain Health CO-OP, Providence Health Plan and Sanford Health Plan list Andrew Blackman 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 Andrew Blackman affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Andrew Blackman is affiliated with Benefis Hospitals Inc, Great Falls Clinic Hospital, Benefis Teton Medical Center, Logan Health - Shelby and Northern Rockies Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Andrew Blackman was last updated on July 13, 2019. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.