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DR. ALEXANDER LEE BLANKENSHIP M.D.
NPI 1881787471
Surgery in Mobile, AL

Active since October 02, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
6701 AIRPORT BLVD, STE A208, MOBILE, AL 36608(251) 266-3544(251) 266-3543 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 2, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Alexander Lee Blankenship M.d. NPPES

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

DR. ALEXANDER LEE BLANKENSHIP M.D. (NPI 1881787471) is an individual surgery provider in Mobile, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (17484) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Alabama School Of Medicine (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1881787471
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ALEXANDER LEE BLANKENSHIPCredential: M.D.
Location Address6701 AIRPORT BLVD, STE A208Mobile, AL 36608-3763
Mailing AddressPo Box 36258Belfast, ME 04915-1204 · (251) 318-2678 · Fax (251) 405-9900
Phone(251) 266-3544
Fax(251) 266-3543
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Alabama School Of MedicineGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateOctober 2, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 2, 2024
NPPES CertifiedOctober 2, 2024
✔ NPI 1881787471 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in AL · 17484
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.
6701 AIRPORT BLVD, STE A208, Mobile, AL 36608
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid009910059AL
Other515-39462AL · Bcbs

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Molina Healthcare, Oscar Health Plan, Inc. 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

Dr. Alexander Lee 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 ID7113903469
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040628000114
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 4

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.
44 services44 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.
26 services21 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.
17 services15 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.
15 services15 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 36608 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
$81.90 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $20.47 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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.

Reported Quality Measures

e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
99%202 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
100%447 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
4%599 patients1/55-star benchmark: 99%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
21%599 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
0%599 patients1/55-star benchmark: 59%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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 Alexander Blankenship's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alexander Blankenship is 1881787471. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 2, 2006.

Where is Alexander Blankenship located?

Alexander Blankenship practices at 6701 Airport Blvd, Ste A208, Mobile, AL 36608. The listed phone number is (251) 266-3544.

What is Alexander Blankenship's specialty?

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

Is Alexander Blankenship enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alexander Blankenship 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 Alexander Blankenship accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Molina Healthcare, Oscar Health Plan, Inc., Oscar Insurance Company and UnitedHealthcare list Alexander Blankenship 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 Alexander Blankenship was last updated on October 2, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 22 months 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.