Blake Williams, M.D.
NPI 1497101018 · Ophthalmology Physician · Hammond, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Blake Williams, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Hammond, IN (NPI 1497101018).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497101018
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 125068829 (IL)
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
10 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
4,120 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 832 | $117 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 705 | $119 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 448 | $33 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 441 | $349 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 379 | $37 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 292 | $58 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 1,567 | 499 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 747 | 225 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 309 | 95 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 204 | 139 |
| Timolol Maleate | 128 | 43 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 107 | 31 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol | 92 | 27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,486 across 32 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)
- 9797 Massachusetts StCrown Point, IN 46307-0278Phone: (219) 649-2704
- 6836 Hohman AveHammond, IN 46324-1499Phone: (219) 937-5063Fax: (219) 937-5093
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-05-12
- Last updated
- 2025-03-06
- Certified
- 2025-03-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Blake Williams's NPI number?
- Blake Williams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497101018, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Blake Williams's specialty?
- Blake Williams is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Blake Williams located?
- Blake Williams's practice location on file with NPPES is 6850 Hohman Ave, Hammond, IN 46324-1410.
- What is Blake Williams's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Blake Williams is (219) 931-7509.
- Does Blake Williams accept Medicare?
- Blake Williams is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Blake Williams's NPI active?
- Yes — Blake Williams's NPI (1497101018) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-03-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.