Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Richard Blanks, M.D
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician · Anaheim, CA
- NPI 1639125982
- Accepts Medicare
- 33 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
947 S Anaheim Blvd Ste 125
Anaheim, CA 928055584
(714) 241-7000
fax (714) 241-7003
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 20, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1993 — 33 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G81571
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1639125982. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
603
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$34,493
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 168 | 63 | $8 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 165 | 91 | $99 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 142 | 59 | $60 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 45 | 36 | $40 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 34 | 34 | $122 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 33 | 23 | $54 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 16 | 11 | $47 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Anaheim Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 86. This provider delivers 7.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$200
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smith+Nephew, INC. | 4 | $173.01 | |
| Saxum Surgical, INC. | 1 | $27.34 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
46
Patients
26
Total drug cost
$725
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 26 | 26 | $143 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 20 | 0 | $583 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Blanks's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Blanks practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Anaheim, CA.
Where does Dr. Richard Blanks practice?
Dr. Richard Blanks practices at 947 S Anaheim Blvd Ste 125, Anaheim, CA 928055584. Office phone: 7142417000.
What is Dr. Richard Blanks's NPI?
Dr. Richard Blanks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639125982, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Blanks accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Blanks accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Blanks commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg (HCPCS J1030); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.