WILLIAM BLAKE TENNANT MD
NPI 1871026609
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Cullman, AL

Active since April 08, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
67.86/100
CMS Quality Rating
1948 AL HIGHWAY 157, CULLMAN, AL 35058(256) 735-5570(256) 735-5571 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 11, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 3, 2026, Apr 8, 2025, Nov 29, 2022 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2020).

About William Blake Tennant Md NPPES

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

WILLIAM BLAKE TENNANT MD (NPI 1871026609) is an individual psychiatry provider in Cullman, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (MD.37904) and active in the NPI registry since April 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1871026609
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameWILLIAM BLAKE TENNANTCredential: MD
Location Address1948 AL HIGHWAY 157Cullman, AL 35058-0642
Mailing AddressPo Box 2895Cullman, AL 35056-2895 · (256) 735-5044 · Fax (256) 801-7626
Fax(256) 735-5571
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of South Alabama College Of MedicineGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateApril 8, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 11, 20265 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 11, 2026
NPI 1871026609 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License Licensed in AL · MD.37904
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
1948 AL HIGHWAY 157, Cullman, AL 35058

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid271047AL

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

William Blake Tennant 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 ID2961789888
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200808000147
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.

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.
46 services19 patients
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit, 30 minutes 90833
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management is a 30-minute session where a mental health professional talks with you about your concerns and feelings. They assess your mental health, provide support, and manage your treatment plan to help improve your well-being.
38 services16 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35058 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
$161.63 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $40.40 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$66.08 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $16.52 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
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.

67.86/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality52.35
Promoting Interoperability89
Improvement Activities40
Cost49.68

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.

Counselor (Mental Health)
1948 AL HIGHWAY 157
CULLMAN, AL 35058
Family Medicine
1948 AL HIGHWAY 157
CULLMAN, AL 35058
Specialist
1948 AL HIGHWAY 157, SUITE 330
CULLMAN, AL 35058
Anesthesiology (Pain Medicine)
1948 AL HIGHWAY 157
CULLMAN, AL 35058
Urology
1948 AL HIGHWAY 157
CULLMAN, AL 35058
Audiologist
1948 AL HIGHWAY 157, SUITE 410
CULLMAN, AL 35058
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1948 AL HIGHWAY 157
CULLMAN, AL 35058
Specialist
1948 AL HIGHWAY 157, SUITE 360
CULLMAN, AL 35058

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 William Tennant's NPI number?

The NPI number for William Tennant is 1871026609. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 8, 2017.

Where is William Tennant located?

William Tennant practices at 1948 Al Highway 157, Cullman, AL 35058. The listed phone number is (256) 735-5570.

What is William Tennant's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is William Tennant enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. William Tennant 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 William Tennant accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama and Oscar Insurance Company list William Tennant 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for William Tennant was last updated on February 11, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.