BLAS S. CATALANI III MD
NPI 1396001913
Anesthesiology in Memphis, TN

Q: What is Blas Catalani's NPI number?

The NPI number for Blas Catalani is 1396001913. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 9, 2012.

Q: What is Blas Catalani's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Blas Catalani was last updated on January 28, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.

Active since April 09, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

5545 MURRAY AVE STE 130, MEMPHIS, TN 38119(901) 682-6828 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 28, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

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About Blas S. Catalani Iii Md NPPES

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

BLAS S. CATALANI III MD (NPI 1396001913) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Memphis, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (54569) and active in the NPI registry since April 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Methodist Hospitals Of Memphis, and is a graduate of Other (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1396001913

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameBLAS S. CATALANI IIICredential: MD

Location Address5545 MURRAY AVE STE 130Memphis, TN 38119-3861

Mailing AddressPo Box 171181, Suite 150Memphis, TN 38187-1181 · (901) 682-6828

Phone(901) 682-6828

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2012

Enumeration DateApril 9, 2012

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 28, 2022

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 28, 2022

✔ NPI 1396001913 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in TN · 54569

Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

5545 MURRAY AVE STE 130, Memphis, TN 38119

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Oscar Health, Oscar Insurance Company.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Blas S. Catalani Iii 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 ID6901102367

PECOS Enrollment IDI20160803003238, I20210420000011

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Blas Catalani reassigns Medicare billing to 6 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

East Memphis Anesthesia Services Plc

Same address

Anesthesiology

5545 MURRAY AVE STE 130
Memphis, TN 38119

Reassigned Medicare billing, Mississippi and Tennessee enrollments
33 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1578592663 (901) 682-2872

Prepostplus - Germantown PLLC

4.3 mi

General Practice

2004 EXETER RD
Germantown, TN 38138

Reassigned Medicare billing, Tennessee enrollment
3 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1497634380 (901) 664-2111

Resource Anesthesiology Associates Of Tn PC

8.4 mi

Anesthesiology

1265 UNION AVE
Memphis, TN 38104

Reassigned Medicare billing, Mississippi and Tennessee enrollments
124 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1316724073 (877) 580-2303

Willow Anesthesia Services LLC

54 mi

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

2704 W OXFORD LOOP, SUITE 117
Oxford, MS 38655

Reassigned Medicare billing, Mississippi enrollment
122 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1205169521 (662) 550-4299

Prepostplus Tennessee PLLC

177 mi

General Practice

298 CLEAR SKY CT STE D
Clarksville, TN 37043

Reassigned Medicare billing, Tennessee enrollment
4 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1376499624 (931) 208-3533

Prepostplus Midtown

187 mi

General Practice

2201 MURPHY AVE STE 104
Nashville, TN 37203

Reassigned Medicare billing, Tennessee enrollment
4 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1922979897 (615) 538-3866

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 16

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.

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447

This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.

292 services285 patients

Other procedure on nervous system 64999

A procedure on the nervous system can involve various techniques to diagnose or treat conditions affecting your brain, spinal cord, or nerves. These can include surgeries, tests, or therapies. It's done by specialized doctors to help improve your neurological health.

274 services266 patients

Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement 76942

Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.

237 services232 patients

Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402

Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.

209 services205 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into other nerve or branch 64450

This procedure involves injecting an anesthetic agent or steroid into a specific nerve or its branch. The goal is to relieve pain by reducing inflammation and numbing the area. It is commonly used for chronic pain management. The process is safe and usually quick.

199 services194 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue of forearm, wrist, and hand 01810

Anesthesia for procedures on the forearm, wrist, and hand involves administering medication to block sensation in these areas. This helps ensure comfort and painlessness during surgeries or treatments involving nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue in these regions.

94 services91 patients

Anesthesia for total hip replacement 01214

Anesthesia for total hip replacement is a medical service where medication is given to eliminate pain during surgery. Two types are commonly used: general anesthesia, making you unconscious, or spinal anesthesia, numbing the lower body. The choice depends on your health and your doctor's recommendation.

90 services88 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into arm nerve bundle (brachial plexus) 64415

This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent or steroid into your arm's nerve bundle. It's done to manage pain or inflammation. The injection helps block nerve signals that cause discomfort, providing relief. It's a safe, common procedure.

78 services78 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure or exam of knee joint using an endoscope 01400

Anesthesia for a knee joint procedure or exam using an endoscope involves administering medication to numb the area or put you in a sleep-like state. This ensures you don't feel pain during the procedure. The endoscope, a thin tube with a camera, allows the doctor to view the knee joint internally without making large incisions.

66 services64 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones 01480

Anesthesia for procedures on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones involves administering medication to block pain and sensation in these areas. This allows doctors to perform necessary treatments or surgeries without causing discomfort. The type of anesthesia used can vary based on the specific procedure.

50 services50 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on forearm, wrist, or hand bones 01830

Anesthesia for procedures on forearm, wrist, or hand bones involves administering medications to block sensation in the specific area. It ensures you don't feel pain during the procedure. It can be local (numbing a small area) or regional (numbing a larger part of the body).

33 services33 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on top of arm bone and shoulder joint 01630

Anesthesia for a procedure on the arm bone or shoulder joint involves using medication to numb the area or make you unconscious during surgery. This ensures you feel no pain during the procedure. It's a common and safe practice in medical surgeries.

29 services29 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into lower back and leg nerve (sciatic nerve) 64445

This procedure involves injecting an anesthetic or steroid into the lower back and leg nerve to alleviate pain. The injection helps reduce inflammation and numb the area, providing relief from discomfort. This is a common treatment for conditions such as sciatica and herniated discs.

27 services27 patients

Anesthesia for open or endoscopic total shoulder joint replacement 01638

Anesthesia for total shoulder joint replacement, either open or endoscopic, involves using medications to block pain during surgery. It can be general (you're asleep) or regional (only the area being operated on is numbed). This ensures comfort and stillness, facilitating a successful procedure.

25 services25 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on lower spine 00630

Anesthesia for a lower spine procedure involves administering medication to block pain and sensation in your back. This ensures comfort and stillness during the procedure. The type of anesthesia used depends on the specific procedure and your overall health.

17 services16 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on skin of arms, legs, and front body 00400

Anesthesia for procedures on the skin of your arms, legs, and front body is a service that numbs the area being treated. This ensures you don't feel pain during procedures like biopsies, stitches, or minor surgeries. It's administered through a small injection or a topical cream.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Methodist Hospitals Of Memphis

Acute Care Hospitals · Memphis, TN

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number440049

Location1265 Union Ave Suite 700Memphis, TN 38104 · Shelby County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 9

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

JON-DAVID NICHOLAS PRICE

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered