Daniel Blankenship, M.D.
NPI 1518917517 · Otolaryngology Physician · Columbus, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Daniel Blankenship, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Columbus, GA (NPI 1518917517).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518917517
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 052686 (GA)
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
20 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
1,172 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 | 635 | $119 |
| 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 | 191 | $16 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 155 | $154 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 90 | $84 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 42 | $116 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 28 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 293 | 131 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 274 | 118 |
| Omeprazole | 247 | 79 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 128 | 54 |
| Famotidine | 84 | 35 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 70 | 60 |
| Gabapentin | 48 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$394 across 13 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
- 2006-05-11
- Last updated
- 2020-06-04
- Certified
- 2020-06-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Daniel Blankenship's NPI number?
- Daniel Blankenship's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518917517, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Daniel Blankenship's specialty?
- Daniel Blankenship is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Daniel Blankenship located?
- Daniel Blankenship's practice location on file with NPPES is 2300 Manchester Expy, Columbus, GA 31904-6802.
- What is Daniel Blankenship's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Daniel Blankenship is (706) 324-7753.
- Does Daniel Blankenship accept Medicare?
- Daniel Blankenship is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Daniel Blankenship's NPI active?
- Yes — Daniel Blankenship's NPI (1518917517) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-06-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.