Benjamin Blair, MD
NPI 1851478192 · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Pocatello, ID
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Blair, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician provider in Pocatello, ID (NPI 1851478192).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1851478192
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- M-7032 (ID)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
732 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 238 | $85 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 119 | $53 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 97 | $10 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 73 | $340 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 49 | $118 |
| Partial Removal of Spine Bone With Release of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerves, Each Additional Segment |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 181 | 35 |
| Gabapentin | 87 | 11 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 85 | 22 |
| Carisoprodol | 56 | — |
| Meloxicam | 49 | 12 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 49 | 11 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 41 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$20 across 1 record (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
- 2006-11-01
- Last updated
- 2021-09-07
- Certified
- 2021-09-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Blair's NPI number?
- Benjamin Blair's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851478192, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Blair's specialty?
- Benjamin Blair is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin Blair located?
- Benjamin Blair's practice location on file with NPPES is 2240 E Center St, Pocatello, ID 83201-2600.
- What is Benjamin Blair's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Blair is (208) 233-2100.
- Does Benjamin Blair accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Blair is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Blair's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Blair's NPI (1851478192) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-09-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.