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DR. DORA V SAVANI-BLACKHAM MD
NPI 1730121237
Internal Medicine - Infectious Disease in Edgewood, KY

Active since June 11, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
90.38/100
CMS Quality Rating
20 MEDICAL VILLAGE DR, SUITE 355, EDGEWOOD, KY 41017(859) 344-1512(859) 331-3698 Get Directions Write a Review

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

Record update history: Mar 7, 2023, Feb 24, 2023 (2 updates tracked since 2023).

About Dr. Dora V Savani-blackham Md NPPES

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

DR. DORA V SAVANI-BLACKHAM MD (NPI 1730121237) is an individual infectious disease provider in Edgewood, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (30946) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Elizabeth Edgewood, and is a graduate of Other (1982).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1730121237
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RI0200X
Provider Legal NameDR. DORA V SAVANI-BLACKHAMCredential: MD
Location Address20 MEDICAL VILLAGE DR, SUITE 355Edgewood, KY 41017-5401
Mailing Address20 Medical Village Dr, Suite 355Edgewood, KY 41017-5401 · (859) 344-1512 · Fax (859) 331-3698
Phone(859) 344-1512
Fax(859) 331-3698
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1982
Enumeration DateJune 11, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 7, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 7, 2023
✔ NPI 1730121237 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Infectious DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RI0200X
License✔ Licensed in KY · 30946
Definition
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
20 MEDICAL VILLAGE DR, Edgewood, KY 41017
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Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Dora V Savani Md

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid64309461KY

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Meridian and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Dora V Savani-blackham 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 ID1557444023
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120223000849
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 Dora Savani-blackham reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Summit Medical Group, Inc
3.9 mi
Psychiatry
1360 DOLWICK DRIVE
Erlanger, KY 41018
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Kentucky enrollment
  • 946 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1508287640 (859) 344-5555

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 5

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
328 services93 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
105 services51 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.
62 services60 patients
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.
23 services15 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.
21 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

St Elizabeth Edgewood

Acute Care Hospitals · Edgewood, KY
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number180035
Location1 Medical Village DriveEdgewood, KY 41017 · Kenton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Elizabeth Florence

Acute Care Hospitals · Florence, KY
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number180045
Location4900 Houston RoadFlorence, KY 41042 · Boone County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 41017 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
$122.77 typical visit price
range $52.76 – $162.27
Typical copayment $30.69 (range $13.19 – $40.56)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$93.94 typical visit price
range $16.53 – $131.99
Typical copayment $23.48 (range $4.13 – $32.99)
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.

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.

90.38/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality80.76
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

INFECTIOUS DISEASE CONSULTANTS INC
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
20 MEDICAL VILLAGE DR, SUITE 355
EDGEWOOD, KY 41017
Kenton County (859) 344-1512
DAVID THOMAS TACKETT APRN
Nurse Practitioner
20 MEDICAL VILLAGE DR
EDGEWOOD, KY 41017
Kenton County (859) 578-5880
DEBORAH JOY BARNETT PA-C
Physician Assistant
20 MEDICAL VILLAGE DR
EDGEWOOD, KY 41017
Kenton County (859) 578-5880
VINCENT E ZIEGLER, PSC
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
20 MEDICAL VILLAGE DR, SUITE 301
EDGEWOOD, KY 41017
Kenton County (859) 341-5074
DR. MICHEAL LINK ROBINSON MD, DMD
Dentist (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
20 MEDICAL VILLAGE DR, SUITE 196
EDGEWOOD, KY 41017
Kenton County (859) 331-2100
VIDYA RAJARAM DEVARAJAN M.D.
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
20 MEDICAL VILLAGE DR
EDGEWOOD, KY 41017
Kenton County (859) 344-1512
THE CRANLEY SURGICAL ASSOC,INC.
Surgery
20 MEDICAL VILLAGE DR, SUITE 394
EDGEWOOD, KY 41017
Kenton County (859) 578-0442
ANNA MORIAH GROTE CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
20 MEDICAL VILLAGE DR
EDGEWOOD, KY 41017
Kenton County (859) 341-7246

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 Dora Savani-blackham's NPI number?

The NPI number for Dora Savani-blackham is 1730121237. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 11, 2006. The provider is also known as Dora V Savani MD.

Where is Dora Savani-blackham located?

Dora Savani-blackham practices at 20 Medical Village Dr Suite 355, Edgewood, KY 41017. The listed phone number is (859) 344-1512.

What is Dora Savani-blackham's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Infectious Disease, with taxonomy code 207RI0200X.

Is Dora Savani-blackham enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Dora Savani-blackham 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 Dora Savani-blackham's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Dora Savani-blackham reassigns Medicare benefits to Summit Medical Group, Inc (Erlanger, KY). 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 Dora Savani-blackham's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Dora Savani-blackham accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Meridian and Ambetter of Tennessee and 2 other insurers list Dora Savani-blackham 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 Dora Savani-blackham affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Dora Savani-blackham is affiliated with St Elizabeth Edgewood and St Elizabeth Florence.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Dora Savani-blackham was last updated on March 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.