Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Lauren Blackwelder, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Cape Girardeau, MO
- NPI 1194785394
- Accepts Medicare
- 32 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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211 St Francis Dr
Cape Girardeau, MO 637038399
(573) 331-5229
fax (573) 331-5039
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 25, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Missouri #114108
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1194785394. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
673
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$72,970
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 288 | 260 | $170 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 187 | 174 | $8 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 143 | 133 | $116 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 38 | 37 | $69 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 17 | 17 | $203 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 13 peers in Cape Girardeau Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 113. This provider delivers 6.0× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
157
Patients
155
Total drug cost
$1,192
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | Generic | 30 | 29 | $73 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 27 | 27 | $93 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 22 | 22 | $312 |
| Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro (Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Cryst) | Brand | 17 | 17 | $408 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 17 | 16 | $133 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 17 | 17 | $21 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 14 | 14 | $46 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 13 | 13 | $107 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Lauren Blackwelder's medical specialty?
Dr. Lauren Blackwelder practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Cape Girardeau, MO.
Where does Dr. Lauren Blackwelder practice?
Dr. Lauren Blackwelder practices at 211 St Francis Dr, Cape Girardeau, MO 637038399. Office phone: 5733315229.
What is Dr. Lauren Blackwelder's NPI?
Dr. Lauren Blackwelder's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194785394, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Lauren Blackwelder accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Lauren Blackwelder accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Lauren Blackwelder commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.