John Blair, M.D.
NPI 1700985611 · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Tacoma, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Blair, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician provider in Tacoma, WA (NPI 1700985611).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1700985611
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD0003453 (WA)
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
1,252 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 | 450 | $126 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 217 | $39 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 116 | $89 |
| Partial Removal of Spine Bone With Release of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerves, Each Additional Segment63048 | 102 | $189 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 71 | $131 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Diclofenac Sodiumbrand: Diclofenac Sodium Er | 308 | 100 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 97 | 60 |
| Gabapentin | 76 | 20 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 72 | 38 |
| Amitriptyline Hcl | 28 | 11 |
| Methocarbamol | 28 | — |
| Tramadol Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$67 across 2 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
- 2006-09-21
- Last updated
- 2012-01-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Blair's NPI number?
- John Blair's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700985611, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Blair's specialty?
- John Blair is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Blair located?
- John Blair's practice location on file with NPPES is 1724 W Union Ave, Tacoma, WA 98405-2099.
- What is John Blair's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Blair is (253) 572-2663.
- Does John Blair accept Medicare?
- John Blair is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Blair's NPI active?
- Yes — John Blair's NPI (1700985611) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-01-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.