Kent Blakely, MD
NPI 1134222458 · Rheumatology Physician · Wilkes Barre, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kent Blakely, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Wilkes Barre, PA (NPI 1134222458).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1134222458
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G162755 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
269 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 99 | $94 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 85 | $63 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 35 | $140 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 25 | $125 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 25 | $16 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 105 | 37 |
| Prednisone | 91 | 40 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 79 | 30 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 70 | 28 |
| Meloxicam | 41 | 18 |
| Leflunomide | 29 | — |
| Naproxen | 27 | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$208 across 6 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (2)
- 14324 52nd Ave W Unit BEdmonds, WA 98026-3803Phone: (425) 951-0704
- 6710 W Okanogan PlKennewick, WA 99336-8001Phone: (509) 942-2528Fax: (509) 783-2008
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-09-06
- Last updated
- 2026-02-09
- Certified
- 2026-02-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kent Blakely's NPI number?
- Kent Blakely's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134222458, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kent Blakely's specialty?
- Kent Blakely is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kent Blakely located?
- Kent Blakely's practice location on file with NPPES is 675 Baltimore Dr, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702-7900.
- What is Kent Blakely's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kent Blakely is (800) 275-6401.
- Does Kent Blakely accept Medicare?
- Kent Blakely is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kent Blakely's NPI active?
- Yes — Kent Blakely's NPI (1134222458) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.