Michael Blea, M.D.
NPI 1245591643 · Surgery Physician · Albuquerque, NM
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - General Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Blea, M.D. is a Surgery Physician provider in Albuquerque, NM (NPI 1245591643).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1245591643
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 251879 (MA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
249 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Repair of Groin Hernia Using an Endoscope49650 | 49 | $328 |
| Other Procedure on Abdomen Using an Endoscope49329 | 47 | $940 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 47 | $156 |
| Other Repair of Hernia Using an Endoscope49659 | 31 | $744 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 21 | $121 |
| Other Procedure on Abdominal Muscle Or Bone22999 | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$77,211 across 155 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 (1)
- 800 Washington StBoston, MA 02111-1552Phone: (617) 636-5891
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-06-01
- Last updated
- 2020-12-28
- Certified
- 2020-12-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Blea's NPI number?
- Michael Blea's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245591643, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Blea's specialty?
- Michael Blea is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Blea located?
- Michael Blea's practice location on file with NPPES is 6701 Jefferson St Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87109-4318.
- What is Michael Blea's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Blea is (505) 727-6200.
- Does Michael Blea accept Medicare?
- Michael Blea is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Blea's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Blea's NPI (1245591643) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-12-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.