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CHRISTOPHER MICHAEL BLAKELY M.D.
NPI 1497191894
Anesthesiology in Gainesville, GA

Active since May 13, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
743 SPRING ST NE, GAINESVILLE, GA 30501(770) 532-7179 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 7, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 7, 2023, Jul 3, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Christopher Michael Blakely M.d. NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER MICHAEL BLAKELY M.D. (NPI 1497191894) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Gainesville, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (95736) and active in the NPI registry since May 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc, and is a graduate of Other (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497191894
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER MICHAEL BLAKELYCredential: M.D.
Location Address743 SPRING ST NEGainesville, GA 30501-3715
Mailing Address1488 Jesse Jewell Pkwy Se Ste 201Gainesville, GA 30501-3804 · (770) 532-7179
Phone(770) 532-7179
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateMay 13, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 7, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 7, 2023
✔ NPI 1497191894 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in GA · 95736✔ Licensed in FL · 137106
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.
743 SPRING ST NE, Gainesville, GA 30501
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Cigna Healthcare, Cigna HealthCare of Florida, Inc. and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Christopher Michael Blakely 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 ID8729228481
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230711003781
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

4

Medicare enrollment records show Christopher Blakely reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Ambulatory Anesthesia Of North Georgia, LLC
0.6 mi
Anesthesiology
1488 JESSE JEWELL PKWY SE, SUITE 100
Gainesville, GA 30501
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 162 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1497870562 (770) 532-7179
Anesthesia Associates Of Gainesville, LLC
0.6 mi
Anesthesiology
1488 JESSE JEWELL PKWY SE, SUITE 100
Gainesville, GA 30501
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 166 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1457456485 (770) 532-7179
Sheridan Healthcorp, Inc.
330 mi
Anesthesiology
6705 NW 10TH PL
Gainesville, FL 32605
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 1,973 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1629588439 (352) 333-4555
Sunshine State Anesthesia Partners LLC
475 mi
Anesthesiology
2020 59TH ST W
Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 792 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1437757127 (888) 276-1910

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 7

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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen 00790
Anesthesia for an upper abdomen procedure involves using medications to help you feel no pain during the operation. It can be general, where you're unconscious, or regional, where just the abdomen area is numbed. It ensures comfort and stillness, aiding a successful procedure.
21 services21 patients
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
18 services16 patients
Injection of local anesthetic for abdominal wall pain control on both sides using imaging guidance 64488
This procedure involves injecting a local anesthetic into the abdominal wall to manage pain. It's carried out on both sides of the abdomen using imaging guidance for precision. This helps numb the area, providing relief from discomfort.
16 services16 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
15 services15 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on lower abdomen 00840
Anesthesia for a lower abdomen procedure involves medication to eliminate pain during surgery. You might be awake but relaxed and pain-free, or you may be completely unconscious. It's administered to ensure comfort and safety throughout the operation.
13 services13 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Gainesville, GA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number110029
Location743 Spring StreetGainesville, GA 30501 · Hall County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Northeast Georgia Medical Center Habersham

Acute Care Hospitals · Demorest, GA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number110041
Location541 Historic Highway 441-NorthDemorest, GA 30535 · Habersham County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

DARRYL E BLALOCK CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
743 SPRING ST NE
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
Hall County (770) 532-7179
JACOB LEEDEKERKEN
Emergency Medicine
743 SPRING ST NE
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
Hall County (770) 219-1200
ANELA D PEARSON AGACNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Gerontology)
743 SPRING ST NE
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
Hall County (770) 534-2020
DR. SHARANI UMAYANGANI JAYARATNE MD
Emergency Medicine
743 SPRING ST NE
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
Hall County (770) 219-1200
JUSTINA LI VEGA PA-C
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
743 SPRING ST NE
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
Hall County (770) 533-7288
LAUREN CALLAWAY PHARMD
Pharmacist
743 SPRING ST NE
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
Hall County (770) 219-9000
RACHAEL PHLIPOT CAA
Anesthesiologist Assistant
743 SPRING ST NE
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
Hall County (770) 532-7179
DR. KEITH EDWIN LEAP II MD
Emergency Medicine
743 SPRING ST NE
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
Hall County (786) 357-9327

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 Christopher Blakely's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Blakely is 1497191894. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 13, 2013.

Where is Christopher Blakely located?

Christopher Blakely practices at 743 Spring St NE, Gainesville, GA 30501. The listed phone number is (770) 532-7179.

What is Christopher Blakely's specialty?

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

Is Christopher Blakely enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Blakely 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Christopher Blakely's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Christopher Blakely reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Ambulatory Anesthesia Of North Georgia, LLC (Gainesville, GA), Anesthesia Associates Of Gainesville, LLC (Gainesville, GA), Sheridan Healthcorp, Inc. (Gainesville, FL) and Sunshine State Anesthesia Partners LLC (Bradenton, FL). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Christopher Blakely's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Christopher Blakely accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Cigna HealthCare of Florida, Inc., Cigna Healthcare and Oscar Health Maintenance Organization of Florida list Christopher Blakely 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 Christopher Blakely affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Blakely is affiliated with Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc and Northeast Georgia Medical Center Habersham.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Blakely was last updated on July 7, 2023. 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.