Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. John Blair, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Tacoma, WA
- NPI 1700985611
- Accepts Medicare
- 37 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1724 W Union Ave
Tacoma, WA 984052099
(253) 572-2663
fax (253) 752-1160 - Mailing address
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805 Madison St, Suite 901
Seattle, WA 981041172
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 25, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1989 — 37 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XS0117X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Washington #MD0003453
- Medicaid
- WA #1105964
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1700985611. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,258
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$208,439
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 457 | 285 | $125 | |
72100 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views | 198 | 141 | $40 | |
63048 |
Partial removal of spine bone with release of spinal cord and/or nerves, each additional segment | 114 | 40 | $203 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 103 | 87 | $89 | |
64483 |
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level | 92 | 78 | $126 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 62 | 62 | $165 | |
72040 |
X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views | 40 | 34 | $40 | |
63047 |
Partial removal of spine bone with release of lower spinal cord and/or nerves, 1 segment | 39 | 39 | $907 | |
64484 |
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, each additional level | 36 | 33 | $50 | |
22614 |
Fusion of additional segment of spine | 35 | 14 | $364 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Tacoma Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician, average services per provider: 79. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$67
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Djo, LLC | 1 | $43.72 | |
| Kuros Biosciences USA, INC | 1 | $23.27 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
491
Patients
211
Total drug cost
$11,089
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diclofenac Sodium ER (Diclofenac Sodium) | Brand | 133 | 48 | $5,247 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 72 | 46 | $1,664 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 51 | 42 | $974 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 30 | 14 | $723 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 30 | 22 | $370 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 29 | 12 | $170 |
| Amitriptyline Hcl | Generic | 24 | 0 | $249 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 23 | 0 | $538 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 19 | 0 | $109 |
| Methocarbamol | Generic | 18 | 13 | $285 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. John Blair's medical specialty?
Dr. John Blair practices Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician in Tacoma, WA.
Where does Dr. John Blair practice?
Dr. John Blair practices at 1724 W Union Ave, Tacoma, WA 984052099. Office phone: 2535722663.
What is Dr. John Blair's NPI?
Dr. John Blair's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700985611, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. John Blair accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. John Blair accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. John Blair commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views (HCPCS 72100); Partial removal of spine bone with release of spinal cord and/or nerves, each additional segment (HCPCS 63048). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.