Kurt Blake, MD
NPI 1265964803 · Rheumatology Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kurt Blake, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1265964803).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1265964803
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD.41045 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
9 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
648 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 214 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 213 | $116 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 111 | $161 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 42 | $148 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 30 | $200 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 300 | 115 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 274 | 97 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 199 | 68 |
| Celecoxib | 71 | 44 |
| Allopurinol | 67 | 22 |
| Etanerceptbrand: Enbrel Sureclick | 56 | — |
| Leflunomide | 53 | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,326 across 65 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)
- 1907 S College St Ste 201Auburn, AL 36832-5906Phone: (334) 203-6196
- 1421 Narrow Lane PkwyMontgomery, AL 36111-2654Phone: (334) 284-2105
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2017-04-02
- Last updated
- 2025-10-28
- Certified
- 2025-10-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kurt Blake's NPI number?
- Kurt Blake's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265964803, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kurt Blake's specialty?
- Kurt Blake is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kurt Blake located?
- Kurt Blake's practice location on file with NPPES is 4902 Valleydale Rd, Birmingham, AL 35242-4613.
- What is Kurt Blake's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kurt Blake is (205) 677-5454.
- Does Kurt Blake accept Medicare?
- Kurt Blake is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kurt Blake's NPI active?
- Yes — Kurt Blake's NPI (1265964803) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-10-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.