Blane Bateman, DO
NPI 1538195961 · Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery Physician · Anniston, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Blane Bateman, DO is a Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery Physician provider in Anniston, AL (NPI 1538195961).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538195961
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- DO
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- D0325 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,158 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 354 | $74 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 226 | $94 |
| Test to Assess Middle Ear Function92567 | 165 | $14 |
| Comprehensive Hearing and Speech Recognition Test92557 | 95 | $31 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 58 | $57 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 46 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Cefdinir | 114 | 97 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | 102 | 87 |
| Meclizine Hcl | 65 | 43 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 64 | 24 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 54 | 26 |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 52 | 44 |
| Methylprednisolone | 52 | 45 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-25
- Last updated
- 2009-12-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Blane Bateman's NPI number?
- Blane Bateman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538195961, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Blane Bateman's specialty?
- Blane Bateman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Blane Bateman located?
- Blane Bateman's practice location on file with NPPES is 901 Leighton Avenue, Anniston, AL 36207.
- What is Blane Bateman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Blane Bateman is (256) 238-0200.
- Does Blane Bateman accept Medicare?
- Blane Bateman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Blane Bateman's NPI active?
- Yes — Blane Bateman's NPI (1538195961) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-12-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.