Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Richard Blalock, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Murray, KY
- NPI 1881943140
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 76.8 / 100 · 2023
- 16 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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300 S 8Th St Ste 284W
Murray, KY 420712452
(270) 761-5756
fax (270) 752-2856 - Mailing address
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300 S 8Th St, Suite 480W
Murray, KY 420712400
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 2, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2010 — 16 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Kentucky #49156
- Medicaid
- KY #7100422690
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1881943140. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,606
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$128,498
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 2,166 | 155 | $1 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 266 | 184 | $84 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 230 | 139 | $67 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 222 | 174 | $119 | |
73560 |
X-ray of knee, 1-2 views | 100 | 78 | $36 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 89 | 41 | $74 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 83 | 83 | $152 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 80 | 66 | $33 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 76 | 54 | $43 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 56 | 56 | $106 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 224. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$225
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. | 2 | $188.10 | |
| Innovation Technologies Inc | 1 | $18.60 | |
| VERTEX PHARMACEUTICALS INCORPORATED | 1 | $18.59 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
183
Patients
135
Total drug cost
$1,823
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 65 | 40 | $876 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 48 | 46 | $392 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 33 | 33 | $286 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 20 | 16 | $170 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 17 | 0 | $98 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Blalock's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Blalock practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Murray, KY.
Where does Dr. Richard Blalock practice?
Dr. Richard Blalock practices at 300 S 8Th St Ste 284W, Murray, KY 420712452. Office phone: 2707615756.
What is Dr. Richard Blalock's NPI?
Dr. Richard Blalock's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881943140, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Blalock accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Blalock accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Blalock commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); 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.