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DR. THOMAS RAYFORD BLACKLEDGE JR. MD
NPI 1497798615
Family Medicine in Biloxi, MS

Active since June 14, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
147 REYNOIR ST STE 201, BILOXI, MS 39530(228) 822-6788(228) 822-6789 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 24, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 24, 2026, Jul 21, 2026 (2 updates tracked since 2026).

About Dr. Thomas Rayford Blackledge Jr. Md NPPES

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

DR. THOMAS RAYFORD BLACKLEDGE JR. MD (NPI 1497798615) is an individual family medicine provider in Biloxi, Mississippi, licensed in Mississippi (14559) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Hospital At Gulfport, and is a graduate of Other (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497798615
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. THOMAS RAYFORD BLACKLEDGE JR.Credential: MD
Location Address147 REYNOIR ST STE 201Biloxi, MS 39530-4121
Mailing Address147 Reynoir St Ste 201Biloxi, MS 39530-4121 · (228) 822-6788 · Fax (228) 822-6789
Phone(228) 822-6788
Fax(228) 822-6789
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateJune 14, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 24, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 24, 2026
✔ NPI 1497798615 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in MS · 14559
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
147 REYNOIR ST STE 201, Biloxi, MS 39530
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid00115523MS

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter Health 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

Dr. Thomas Rayford Blackledge Jr. 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 ID5597722249
PECOS Enrollment IDI20041214000572
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

3

Medicare enrollment records show Thomas Blackledge reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Memorial Hospital At Gulfport
4.3 mi
Family Medicine
1756 POPPS FERRY RD STE A
Biloxi, MS 39532
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Mississippi enrollment
  • 731 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1609203173 (228) 388-3820
Respire Health LLC
70 mi
Clinic/Center
22 MILLBRANCH RD STE 200
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Mississippi enrollment
NPI 1518895044 (855) 737-7475
Covington County Hospital
113 mi
Rural Health
800 3RD ST SW
Magee, MS 39111
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Mississippi enrollment
  • 24 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1750895611 (601) 849-1918

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 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.

Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
153 services116 patients
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for influenza virus 87804
This is a test that identifies the influenza virus in your body. It works by using an immunoassay, a method that detects the presence of the virus through an immune response. The results are directly observable, making it a quick and efficient way to diagnose flu.
105 services73 patients
Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 87426
An immunoassay test for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus is a diagnostic tool. It uses your body's immune response to detect the presence of the virus. It involves taking a sample, usually from your nose or throat, which is then analyzed in a lab for signs of the virus.
101 services68 patients
Automated urinalysis test 81003
An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.
58 services42 patients
Urine microalbumin (protein) analysis 82044
Urine microalbumin analysis is a test that measures the amount of a protein called albumin in your urine. This protein is usually present in very small amounts, but higher levels can indicate kidney issues. The test is non-invasive and involves a simple urine sample.
36 services32 patients
Blood count, hemoglobin 85018
A blood count, specifically hemoglobin, is a standard test that measures the amount of hemoglobin in your blood. Hemoglobin is a protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen throughout your body. This test helps assess your overall health and detect a variety of disorders such as anemia or polycythemia.
36 services24 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Memorial Hospital At Gulfport

Acute Care Hospitals · Gulfport, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number250019
Location4500 13th StreetGulfport, MS 39502 · Harrison County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mississippi Baptist Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Jackson, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number250102
Location1225 N State StJackson, MS 39202 · Hinds County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Magee General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Magee, MS
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number250124
Location300 3rd Ave SEMagee, MS 39111 · Simpson County
Emergency services

Covington County Hospital Cah

Critical Access Hospitals · Collins, MS
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number251325
Location701 South Holly AvenueCollins, MS 39428 · Covington County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 39530 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
$80.50 typical visit price
range $51.65 – $159.18
Typical copayment $20.12 (range $12.91 – $39.79)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$92.20 typical visit price
range $16.15 – $129.61
Typical copayment $23.05 (range $4.03 – $32.40)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$56.94 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$30.52 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

DR. TIMOTHY MICHAEL HAFFEY M.D.
Otolaryngology
147 REYNOIR ST STE 201
BILOXI, MS 39530
Harrison County (228) 392-6239

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 Thomas Blackledge's NPI number?

The NPI number for Thomas Blackledge is 1497798615. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 14, 2006.

Where is Thomas Blackledge located?

Thomas Blackledge practices at 147 Reynoir St Ste 201, Biloxi, MS 39530. The listed phone number is (228) 822-6788.

What is Thomas Blackledge's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Thomas Blackledge enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Thomas Blackledge 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 Thomas Blackledge's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Thomas Blackledge reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Memorial Hospital At Gulfport (Biloxi, MS), Respire Health LLC (Hattiesburg, MS) and Covington County Hospital (Magee, MS). 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 Thomas Blackledge's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Thomas Blackledge accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of Tennessee and 3 other insurers list Thomas Blackledge 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 Thomas Blackledge affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Thomas Blackledge is affiliated with Memorial Hospital At Gulfport, Mississippi Baptist Medical Center, Magee General Hospital and Covington County Hospital Cah.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Thomas Blackledge was last updated on September 24, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 45 days 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.