Michael Blankinship
NPI 1780826867 · Dermatology Physician · Fargo, ND
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Blankinship is a Dermatology Physician provider in Fargo, ND (NPI 1780826867).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1780826867
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- 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
17 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
2,623 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 842 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 380 | $82 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 359 | $115 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 246 | $46 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 245 | $100 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 30 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluocinonide | 132 | 74 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 120 | 71 |
| Minoxidil | 116 | 23 |
| Minocycline Hcl | 115 | 76 |
| Clotrimazole/Betamethasone Dipbrand: Clotrimazole-Betamethasone | 94 | 51 |
| Ketoconazole | 85 | 29 |
| Spironolactone | 83 | 18 |
| Clobetasol Propionate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,719 across 107 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
- 2009-04-03
- Last updated
- 2024-04-03
- Certified
- 2024-04-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Blankinship's NPI number?
- Michael Blankinship's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780826867, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Blankinship's specialty?
- Michael Blankinship is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Blankinship located?
- Michael Blankinship's practice location on file with NPPES is 4450 31st Ave S Ste 102, Fargo, ND 58104-4557.
- What is Michael Blankinship's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Blankinship is (701) 280-2033.
- Does Michael Blankinship accept Medicare?
- Michael Blankinship is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Blankinship's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Blankinship's NPI (1780826867) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-04-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.