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DR. DEREK C BLANKENSHIP M.D.
NPI 1952763526
Anesthesiology in Southlake, TX

Active since March 23, 2016PECOS Enrolled
93.85/100
CMS Quality Rating
1100 N KIMBALL AVE STE 110, SOUTHLAKE, TX 76092(817) 251-7995 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 23, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 22, 2023, Oct 10, 2022, Mar 26, 2017 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Derek C Blankenship M.d. NPPES

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

DR. DEREK C BLANKENSHIP M.D. (NPI 1952763526) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Southlake, Texas, licensed in Texas (S9266) and active in the NPI registry since March 2016. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1952763526
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. DEREK C BLANKENSHIPCredential: M.D.
Location Address1100 N KIMBALL AVE STE 110Southlake, TX 76092-4726
Mailing Address1100 N Kimball Ave Ste 110Southlake, TX 76092-4726 · (817) 251-7995
Phone(817) 251-7995
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateMarch 23, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 23, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 23, 2026
✔ NPI 1952763526 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · S9266
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
1100 N KIMBALL AVE STE 110, Southlake, TX 76092
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Molina Healthcare 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 (PECOS)

Dr. Derek C Blankenship M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 Reassignments

7

Medicare enrollment records show Derek Blankenship reassigns Medicare billing to 7 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Texas Anesthesia Partners, PLLC
3.1 mi
Anesthesiology
1403 DARTMOUTH DR
Southlake, TX 76092
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 447 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1144673468 (817) 917-9582
Northstar Anesthesia, PA
12 mi
Anesthesiology
2000 E LAMAR BLVD, SUITE 400
Arlington, TX 76006
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 1,164 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1912978610 (817) 861-3994
Clear Skies Anesthesia PLLC
18 mi
Anesthesiology
5808 CALADIUM DR
Dallas, TX 75230
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 42 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1548935836 (979) 216-7249
Trinity Medical Associates, PLLC.
21 mi
Anesthesiology
3023 SOUTH UNIVERSITY DRIVE, SUITE 135
Fort Worth, TX 76109
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 47 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1932611654 (765) 284-0493
Arcadia Anesthesia PA
22 mi
Anesthesiology
1916 HOPE WAY
Dallas, TX 75206
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 61 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1568800266 (765) 284-0493
Northstar Anesthesia II PA
27 mi
Anesthesiology
11801 SOUTH FWY
Burleson, TX 76028
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 429 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1477066405 (817) 293-9110
Northstar Anesthesia III PA
362 mi
Anesthesiology
7101 S PADRE ISLAND DR
Corpus Christi, TX 78412
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 740 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1356968952 (214) 687-0001

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 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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
27 services26 patients
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
26 services26 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on neck area (1 year or older) 00320
Anesthesia for a procedure on the neck area is a medical service provided to ensure you remain comfortable and pain-free during the operation. It involves administering medication to numb the neck region or to induce sleep. The method chosen depends on the specific procedure and your overall health.
17 services17 patients
Anesthesia for other closed procedure on chest 00520
Anesthesia for a closed chest procedure involves the use of medications to block sensation, ensuring you don't feel pain during the procedure. It can be general (you're asleep) or regional (part of your body is numbed). This helps maintain comfort and safety.
13 services13 patients

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.

93.85/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality95.72
Improvement Activities40
Cost81.58

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

STEVEN MICHAEL APPELHOF CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1100 N KIMBALL AVE STE 110
SOUTHLAKE, TX 76092
Tarrant County (817) 251-7995
AVALYN WELLNESS AND KETAMINE LLC
Clinic/Center (Multi-Specialty)
1100 N KIMBALL AVE STE 110
SOUTHLAKE, TX 76092
Tarrant County (817) 251-7995
DR. KEVIN MU TOU M.D.
Anesthesiology
1100 N KIMBALL AVE STE 110
SOUTHLAKE, TX 76092
Tarrant County (817) 251-7995
MRS. AMBER REAGAN CARTER FNP
Nurse Practitioner
1100 N KIMBALL AVE STE 110
SOUTHLAKE, TX 76092
Tarrant County (817) 251-7995

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 Derek Blankenship's NPI number?

The NPI number for Derek Blankenship is 1952763526. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 23, 2016.

Where is Derek Blankenship located?

Derek Blankenship practices at 1100 N Kimball Ave Ste 110, Southlake, TX 76092. The listed phone number is (817) 251-7995.

What is Derek Blankenship's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Derek Blankenship enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Derek Blankenship is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Derek Blankenship's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Derek Blankenship reassigns Medicare benefits to 7 organizations: Texas Anesthesia Partners, PLLC (Southlake, TX), Northstar Anesthesia, PA (Arlington, TX), Clear Skies Anesthesia PLLC (Dallas, TX), Trinity Medical Associates, PLLC. (Fort Worth, TX), Arcadia Anesthesia PA (Dallas, TX) and 2 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. Each 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 Derek Blankenship's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Derek Blankenship accept?

Health plans from Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Molina Healthcare and UnitedHealthcare list Derek 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 Derek Blankenship was last updated on October 23, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 days 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.