Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Clifford Blieden, MD
Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (CMS: Pathology) · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Houston, TX
- NPI 1669786810
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 93.5 / 100 · 2023
- 17 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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6565 Fannin St
Houston, TX 770302703
(713) 394-6450 - Mailing address
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Po Box 4701
Houston, TX 772104701
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2010 — 16 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 1, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2009 — 17 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207ZP0102X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- Texas #Q3337 · Florida #ME115046 · Florida #TRN14061
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1669786810. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,397
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$50,029
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 595 | 299 | $35 | |
88341 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure | 153 | 42 | $27 | |
88311 |
Preparation of tissue for examination by removing any calcium present | 117 | 107 | $12 | |
88304 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity | 111 | 105 | $11 | |
88342 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure | 97 | 84 | $33 | |
88307 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity | 83 | 61 | $76 | |
88189 |
Flow cytometry technique for dna or cell analysis, 16 or more markers | 75 | 73 | $83 | |
88313 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report | 43 | 24 | $12 | |
36514 |
Mechanical separation of plasma from blood | 33 | 17 | $88 | |
88360 |
Microscopic genetic analysis of tumor, manual | 29 | 22 | $41 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 115 peers in Houston Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician, average services per provider: 169. This provider delivers 8.3× the peer median.Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Clifford Blieden's medical specialty?
Dr. Clifford Blieden practices Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Clifford Blieden practice?
Dr. Clifford Blieden practices at 6565 Fannin St, Houston, TX 770302703. Office phone: 7133946450.
What is Dr. Clifford Blieden's NPI?
Dr. Clifford Blieden's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669786810, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Clifford Blieden accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Clifford Blieden accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Clifford Blieden commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity (HCPCS 88305); Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure (HCPCS 88341); Preparation of tissue for examination by removing any calcium present (HCPCS 88311). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.