DENNIS MICHAEL BLANKENSHIP M.D.
NPI 1821086547
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Texarkana, AR

Q: What is Dennis Blankenship's NPI number?

The NPI number for Dennis Blankenship is 1821086547. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 6, 2005.

Q: What is Dennis Blankenship's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Active since October 06, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

422 BEECH ST, TEXARKANA, AR 71854(870) 773-1111(870) 772-1354 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 5, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 5, 2021, Mar 13, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

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About Dennis Michael Blankenship M.d. NPPES

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

DENNIS MICHAEL BLANKENSHIP M.D. (NPI 1821086547) is an individual nephrology provider in Texarkana, Arkansas, licensed in Arkansas (R3130) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Christus St Michael Health System, and is a graduate of University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine (1977).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821086547

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X

Provider Legal NameDENNIS MICHAEL BLANKENSHIPCredential: M.D.

Location Address422 BEECH STTexarkana, AR 71854-5310

Mailing Address422 Beech StTexarkana, AR 71854-5310 · (870) 773-1111 · Fax (870) 772-7692

Phone(870) 773-1111

Fax(870) 772-1354

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Nebraska College Of MedicineGraduated 1977

Enumeration DateOctober 6, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateApril 5, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedApril 5, 2021

✔ NPI 1821086547 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RN0300X

License✔ Licensed in AR · R3130

Definition

An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.

422 BEECH ST, Texarkana, AR 71854

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Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Dennis Blankenship

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid107680001AR

Other50512AR · Blue Cross Blue Shield

Accepted Insurance

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

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dennis Michael Blankenship 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 ID9032003207

PECOS Enrollment IDI20110207000526

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 11

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.

814 services54 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.

423 services63 patients

Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90960

Dialysis is a treatment that filters and purifies your blood using a machine. It helps keep your fluids and electrolytes in balance when the kidneys can't do their job. This service includes 4 or more visits per month with a physician to monitor your health and adjust your treatment as needed.

142 services20 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.

141 services43 patients

Hemodialysis procedure requiring repeated evaluation 90937

Hemodialysis is a treatment that filters waste and excess fluids from your blood when your kidneys can't do this adequately. It's an ongoing process, requiring regular evaluations to monitor and adjust the treatment for optimal results.

135 services16 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

74 services57 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Christus St Michael Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Texarkana, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number450801

Location2600 St Michael DrTexarkana, TX 75503 · Bowie County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 71854 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

$119.36 typical visit price

range $51.36 – $157.74

Typical copayment $29.84 (range $12.84 – $39.43)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$91.63 typical visit price

range $16.16 – $128.77

Typical copayment $22.90 (range $4.04 – $32.19)

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.

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

3 suppliers11 claims11 services$19.02 avg. paid by Medicare

Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

2 suppliers15 claims15 services$191.07 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 9

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

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