Stephen Blaydes, M.D.
NPI 1437181054 · Ophthalmology Physician · Bluefield, WV
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Blaydes, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Bluefield, WV (NPI 1437181054).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437181054
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 175974 (WV)
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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
7,485 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 4,137 | $48 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 831 | $79 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 747 | $112 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 601 | $28 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 370 | $133 |
| Complex Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66982 | 199 | $60 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 31 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 1,342 | 254 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 881 | 590 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 533 | 140 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 506 | 376 |
| Gatifloxacin | 235 | 195 |
| Timolol Maleate | 204 | 60 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 184 | 166 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$266 across 12 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-06
- Last updated
- 2011-12-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Blaydes's NPI number?
- Stephen Blaydes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437181054, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Blaydes's specialty?
- Stephen Blaydes is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Blaydes located?
- Stephen Blaydes's practice location on file with NPPES is 1109 W Cumberland Rd, Bluefield, WV 24701-4562.
- What is Stephen Blaydes's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Blaydes is (304) 327-8128.
- Does Stephen Blaydes accept Medicare?
- Stephen Blaydes is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Blaydes's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Blaydes's NPI (1437181054) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-12-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.