DR. CODY BLACKWELDER MD
NPI 1548824873
Surgery in Ruston, LA

Active since April 22, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1200 S FARMERVILLE ST, RUSTON, LA 71270(318) 255-3690 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 10, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 10, 2024, Sep 4, 2024, Jun 24, 2024 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2019).

About Dr. Cody Blackwelder Md NPPES

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

DR. CODY BLACKWELDER MD (NPI 1548824873) is an individual surgery provider in Ruston, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (341995) and active in the NPI registry since April 2019. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northern Louisiana Medical Center, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1548824873
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CODY BLACKWELDERCredential: MD
Location Address1200 S FARMERVILLE STRuston, LA 71270-5941
Mailing Address1200 S Farmerville StRuston, LA 71270-5941 · (318) 255-3690 · Fax (318) 232-1571
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 2019
Enumeration DateApril 22, 2019
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 10, 20244 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 10, 2024
NPI 1548824873 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License Licensed in LA · 341995
Definition

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

1200 S FARMERVILLE ST, Ruston, LA 71270

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Cody Blackwelder 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 ID1153716253
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240710000011
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 2

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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
20 services20 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
17 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Northern Louisiana Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Ruston, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number190086
Location401 East Vaughn AvenueRuston, LA 71270 · Lincoln County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Glenwood Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · West Monroe, LA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number190160
Location503 Mcmillan RoadWest Monroe, LA 71291 · Ouachita County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 71270 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
$83.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $20.90 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$67.06 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $16.76 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
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.

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.

Orthopaedic Surgery
1200 S FARMERVILLE ST
RUSTON, LA 71270
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
1200 S FARMERVILLE ST
RUSTON, LA 71270
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1200 S FARMERVILLE ST
RUSTON, LA 71270
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1200 S FARMERVILLE ST
RUSTON, LA 71270
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1200 S FARMERVILLE ST
RUSTON, LA 71270
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1200 S FARMERVILLE ST
RUSTON, LA 71270
Surgery
1200 S FARMERVILLE ST
RUSTON, LA 71270
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Gynecology)
1200 S FARMERVILLE ST
RUSTON, LA 71270

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 Cody Blackwelder's NPI number?

The NPI number for Cody Blackwelder is 1548824873. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 22, 2019.

Where is Cody Blackwelder located?

Cody Blackwelder practices at 1200 S Farmerville St, Ruston, LA 71270. The listed phone number is (318) 255-3690.

What is Cody Blackwelder's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Cody Blackwelder enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Cody Blackwelder 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 Cody Blackwelder accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 3 other insurers list Cody Blackwelder 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 Cody Blackwelder affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Cody Blackwelder is affiliated with Northern Louisiana Medical Center and Glenwood Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Cody Blackwelder was last updated on October 10, 2024. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.