BLAKE CARLSON MD
NPI 1528327954
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in St Louis Park, MN

Q: What is Blake Carlson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Blake Carlson is 1528327954. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 4, 2012.

Q: What is Blake Carlson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Blake Carlson was last updated on May 24, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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 May 04, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

75/100

CMS Quality Rating

5775 WAYZATA BLVD STE 190, ST LOUIS PARK, MN 55416(952) 541-1840 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 24, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

Record update history: May 24, 2018, Jul 25, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Blake Carlson Md NPPES

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

BLAKE CARLSON MD (NPI 1528327954) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in St Louis Park, Minnesota, licensed in Washington (MD60476887) and active in the NPI registry since May 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northfield Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Seattle.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1528327954

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X

Provider Legal NameBLAKE CARLSONCredential: MD

Location Address5775 WAYZATA BLVD STE 190St Louis Park, MN 55416

Mailing AddressPo Box 50095Seattle, WA 98145-5095 · (206) 543-6420

Phone(952) 541-1840

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Minnesota Medical SchoolGraduated 2012

Enumeration DateMay 4, 2012

Last NPPES UpdateMay 24, 20182 updates tracked since enumeration

✔ NPI 1528327954 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2085R0202X

License✔ Licensed in WA · MD60476887

Definition

A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.

5775 WAYZATA BLVD STE 190, St Louis Park, MN 55416

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11959 NE Pacific StSeattle, WA 98195-7117 · Phone (206) 543-3320 · Fax (206) 543-6317

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Avera Health Plans, Wellmark Health Plan of Iowa, Inc., Wellmark of South Dakota, Inc..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

Blake Carlson 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 ID749426591

PECOS Enrollment IDI20180710000306

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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Blake Carlson reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Medical Scanning Consultants PA

Same address

Diagnostic Radiology

5775 WAYZATA BLVD STE 190
St Louis Park, MN 55416

Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
48 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1659348092 (952) 541-1840

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 27

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.

Low osmolar contrast material, 200-299 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml Q9966

Low osmolar contrast material with 200-299 mg/ml iodine concentration is a type of dye used in certain medical tests like CT scans or X-rays. It helps to highlight specific areas in your body, making them easier to see and examine. It's safe and commonly used.

6,236 services109 patients

Injection, gadoterate meglumine, 0.1 ml A9575

Gadoterate meglumine is a contrast agent used in MRI scans to help visualize certain areas of your body more clearly. It's injected into your bloodstream, typically through a vein in your arm, and helps doctors get more detailed images.

5,401 services32 patients

Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml Q9967

Low osmolar contrast material with 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration is a diagnostic tool used in imaging procedures. It helps to enhance the visibility of specific areas in the body, aiding in accurate diagnosis. It's safe and generally well-tolerated by patients.

1,800 services18 patients

Injection, ropivacaine hydrochloride, 1 mg J2795

Ropivacaine hydrochloride is a local anesthetic used to numb specific areas of your body during minor surgical procedures or to relieve pain. The medicine is injected into the area requiring anesthesia.

1,250 services11 patients

Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301

Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.

640 services96 patients

X-ray of knee, 1-2 views 73560

An X-ray of the knee with 1-2 views is a quick, painless test that produces images of the knee bones. It helps identify fractures, infections, or changes in the knee joint. During the procedure, you'll be asked to stay still while the X-ray machine captures the images.

138 services134 patients

Mri scan of leg joint without contrast 73721

An MRI scan of your leg joint is a non-invasive procedure that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the structures within your leg. This helps doctors diagnose or monitor conditions without using contrast dye.

137 services126 patients

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement 77002

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement is a medical procedure that uses a special X-ray technology to help accurately place a needle in the body. It's often used in biopsies, injections or other treatments to ensure precision and safety.

120 services107 patients

Mri scan of arm joint without contrast 73221

An MRI scan of the arm joint is a non-invasive imaging procedure that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the structures within your arm joint. No contrast dye is used in this process. It helps to diagnose or monitor conditions like arthritis, injuries, or infections.

107 services104 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.

77 services72 patients

Ct scan of leg without contrast 73700

A CT scan of the leg is a non-invasive imaging test that uses X-rays to capture detailed images of your leg's bones, muscles, and blood vessels. It doesn't use contrast dye and doesn't cause any pain. It helps in diagnosing injuries or diseases.

69 services67 patients

X-ray of hip, 2-3 views 73502

An X-ray of the hip with 2-3 views is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce pictures of the hip joint. These images help in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The process is quick and painless.

63 services61 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from medium joint 20605

This procedure involves a needle being inserted into a medium-sized joint, such as a knee or shoulder, to remove (aspirate) excess fluid. Sometimes, medication may also be injected into the joint to reduce inflammation and pain.

43 services30 patients

Ct scan of arm without contrast 73200

A CT scan of the arm without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses X-ray technology to capture detailed images of your arm's structures. It doesn't involve any contrasting dye, hence, minimal preparation is required. It helps in diagnosing injuries or conditions affecting the arm.

33 services33 patients

Ct scan of leg without contrast 73700

32 services31 patients

Mri scan of leg without contrast 73718

An MRI scan of the leg without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the structures in your leg, such as bones, muscles, and blood vessels. No contrast dye is used.

31 services31 patients

X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views 73030

An X-ray of the shoulder, with a minimum of 2 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of your shoulder bones. This helps in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The procedure is quick and painless.

28 services28 patients

Ct scan of arm without contrast 73200

26 services26 patients

X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views 73030

22 services18 patients

Mri scan of pelvis without contrast 72195

An MRI scan of the pelvis without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed pictures of the lower part of your body. This helps doctors to identify any abnormalities or issues in that area.

21 services21 patients

Mri scan of arm joint without contrast 73221

20 services19 patients

Ct scan of pelvis without contrast 72192

A CT scan of the pelvis without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your lower abdomen area. It helps in detecting issues like injuries, inflammation, or abnormal growths. It doesn't involve any dye injection.

14 services14 patients

X-ray of hip, 2-3 views 73502

13 services13 patients

Mri scan of leg joint without contrast 73721

13 services13 patients

Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast 72148

An MRI scan of the lower spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to produce detailed images of your lower spine. This helps identify issues like disc problems, tumors, or nerve conditions. No dye is used.

12 services12 patients

X-ray of pelvis, 1-2 views 72170

An X-ray of the pelvis, 1-2 views, is a quick and painless imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the lower part of your torso. These images help to detect any abnormalities or injuries in your hip bones and surrounding structures.

12 services12 patients

Mri scan of leg before and after contrast 73720

An MRI scan of the leg involves using a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the structures within your leg. Initially, images are taken without a contrast agent. Then, a contrast agent is injected into your body to enhance the images, highlighting certain areas for closer examination.

12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Northfield Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Northfield, MN

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number240014

Location2000 North AvenueNorthfield, MN 55057 · Rice County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Alomere Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Alexandria, MN

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number240030

Location111 17th Avenue EastAlexandria, MN 56308 · Douglas County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Sioux Falls, SD

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number430016

Location1325 S Cliff AveSioux Falls, SD 57117 · Minnehaha County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sioux Falls, SD

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number430090

Location910 East 20th StreetSioux Falls, SD 57105 · Minnehaha County

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55416 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

$85.82 typical visit price

range $56.00 – $168.28

Typical copayment $21.45 (range $14.00 – $42.07)

Most-billed visit code 99203

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.

75/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Individually scored

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 13

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

CHRISTOPHER SOLIE D.O.

Emergency Medicine

5775 WAYZATA BLVD STE 190
SAINT LOUIS PARK, MN 55416

Hennepin County (952) 542-1840

DR. GREGORY BRUCE SNYDER MD

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)

5775 WAYZATA BLVD STE 190
ST LOUIS PARK, MN 55416

Hennepin County (952) 541-1840

DR. KRISTIN MARIT ENGLAND M.D.

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)

5775 WAYZATA BLVD STE 190
ST LOUIS PARK, MN 55416

Hennepin County (952) 541-1840

DR. ROMAN BLOCH M.D.

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)

5775 WAYZATA BLVD STE 190
SAINT LOUIS PARK, MN 55416

Hennepin County (952) 541-1840

ELIZABETH O'LEARY, P.L.L.C

Surgery

5775 WAYZATA BLVD STE 190
ST LOUIS PARK, MN 55416

Hennepin County (612) 482-2118

JOSHUA ZAWACKI D.O.

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)

5775 WAYZATA BLVD STE 190
ST LOUIS PARK, MN 55416

Hennepin County (952) 738-4738

DR. RYAN MICHAEL FINN MD

Anesthesiology (Pain Medicine)

5775 WAYZATA BLVD STE 190
ST LOUIS PARK, MN 55416

Hennepin County (952) 541-1840

KUNAL MANOHAR PATEL

Radiology (Neuroradiology)

5775 WAYZATA BLVD STE 190
ST LOUIS PARK, MN 55416

Hennepin County (952) 541-1840

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 Blake Carlson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Blake Carlson is 1528327954. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 4, 2012.

Where is Blake Carlson located?

Blake Carlson practices at 5775 Wayzata Blvd Ste 190, St Louis Park, MN 55416. The listed phone number is (952) 541-1840.

What is Blake Carlson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is Blake Carlson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Blake Carlson 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 organization bills Medicare for Blake Carlson's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Blake Carlson reassigns Medicare benefits to Medical Scanning Consultants PA (St Louis Park, MN). The 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 Blake Carlson's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Blake Carlson accept?

Health plans from Avera Health Plans, Wellmark Health Plan of Iowa, Inc. and Wellmark of South Dakota, Inc. list Blake Carlson 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 Blake Carlson affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Blake Carlson is affiliated with Northfield Hospital, Alomere Health, Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center and Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Blake Carlson was last updated on May 24, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.