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ALYSON L BLAKSTAD OD
NPI 1427043660
Optometrist - Corneal and Contact Management in Minnetonka, MN

Active since September 14, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
85.24/100
CMS Quality Rating
10709 WAYZATA BLVD STE 200, MINNETONKA, MN 55305(952) 888-5800(952) 567-6156 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 15, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Alyson L Blakstad Od NPPES

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

ALYSON L BLAKSTAD OD (NPI 1427043660) is an individual corneal and contact management provider in Minnetonka, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (2673) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Illinois College Of Optometry At Chicago (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1427043660
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152WC0802X
Provider Legal NameALYSON L BLAKSTADCredential: OD
Location Address10709 WAYZATA BLVD STE 200Minnetonka, MN 55305-5509
Mailing Address9801 Dupont Ave S, Suite 425Bloomington, MN 55431-3100 · (952) 567-6092 · Fax (952) 567-6176
Phone(952) 888-5800
Fax(952) 567-6156
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSIllinois College Of Optometry At ChicagoGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateSeptember 14, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 15, 2020
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 15, 2020
✔ NPI 1427043660 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometrist · Corneal and Contact ManagementEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152WC0802X
License✔ Licensed in MN · 2673
Definition
The professional activities performed by an Optometrist related to the fitting of contact lenses to an eye, ongoing evaluation of the cornea's ability to sustain successful contact lens wear, and treatment of any external eye or corneal condition which can affect contact lens wear.
10709 WAYZATA BLVD STE 200, Minnetonka, MN 55305
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid293663100MN
Other410045931MN · Medicare Railroad

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include HealthPartners, Medica.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

Alyson L Blakstad Od 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 ID5092904441
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110115000013
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 9

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.
228 services180 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.
165 services164 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
95 services90 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
94 services93 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
46 services44 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.
42 services41 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55305 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.

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.

85.24/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality97.91
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost52.88

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

DR. EUGENE O GULLINGSRUD M.D.
Ophthalmology
10709 WAYZATA BLVD STE 200
MINNETONKA, MN 55305
Hennepin County (952) 888-5800
THOMAS W SAMUELSON M.D.
Ophthalmology
10709 WAYZATA BLVD STE 200
MINNETONKA, MN 55305
Hennepin County (952) 888-5800
CHAD MICHAEL SERELS
Ophthalmology
10709 WAYZATA BLVD STE 200
MINNETONKA, MN 55305
Hennepin County (952) 888-5800
MR. MARK DSOUZA PA
Physician Assistant
10709 WAYZATA BLVD STE 200
MINNETONKA, MN 55305
Hennepin County (952) 888-5800

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 Alyson Blakstad's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alyson Blakstad is 1427043660. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 14, 2005.

Where is Alyson Blakstad located?

Alyson Blakstad practices at 10709 Wayzata Blvd Ste 200, Minnetonka, MN 55305. The listed phone number is (952) 888-5800.

What is Alyson Blakstad's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist, specializing in Corneal and Contact Management, with taxonomy code 152WC0802X.

Is Alyson Blakstad enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alyson Blakstad 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 Alyson Blakstad accept?

Health plans from HealthPartners and Medica list Alyson Blakstad 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 Alyson Blakstad was last updated on September 15, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.