Kimathi Blackwood, M.D.
NPI 1609071448 · Nephrology Physician · Macon, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kimathi Blackwood, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Macon, GA (NPI 1609071448).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609071448
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
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
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,093 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 231 | $77 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 204 | $115 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 159 | $348 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 123 | $115 |
| 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 | 101 | $16 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 56 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 259 | 65 |
| Finerenonebrand: Kerendia | 233 | 33 |
| Losartan Potassium | 196 | 67 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 169 | 68 |
| Furosemide | 143 | 56 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 129 | 50 |
| Calcifediol |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$14,575 across 104 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
- 2007-06-20
- Last updated
- 2022-06-21
- Certified
- 2022-06-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kimathi Blackwood's NPI number?
- Kimathi Blackwood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609071448, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kimathi Blackwood's specialty?
- Kimathi Blackwood is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kimathi Blackwood located?
- Kimathi Blackwood's practice location on file with NPPES is 890 Second Street, Macon, GA 31201-6863.
- What is Kimathi Blackwood's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kimathi Blackwood is (478) 745-4322.
- Does Kimathi Blackwood accept Medicare?
- Kimathi Blackwood is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kimathi Blackwood's NPI active?
- Yes — Kimathi Blackwood's NPI (1609071448) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-06-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.