Blake Jay Brooks, M.D.

Nephrology Internal Medicine

Blake Jay Brooks is a Nephrology Internal Medicine specialist based in Columbia, MO with over 28 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(573) 499-0642Columbia, MO
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Blake Jay Brooks, M.D. has been part of the Columbia medical community since 2005 in group practice. Trained at University of Missouri, Columbia School of Medicine (class of 1998), he has been practicing for over 28 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease.

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 83% of reporting doctors in Missouri
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 60 Internal Medicine providers in MOSee all Internal Medicine in Columbia28+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 1326dNPPES updated 2022-10-05 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1205 W Broadway, Columbia, MO 65203-2125

Fax: (573) 449-1787
Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Chronic Kidney Disease.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+45%)75%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+45%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+27%)61%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+27%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+16%)48%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor

Heart Failure
Higher than avg (+26%)48%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

US avg: 22.5%

↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-2%)47%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

Atrial Fibrillation
Higher than avg (+14%)36%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

US avg: 22%

↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1998

    University of Missouri, Columbia School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Oct 4, 2022

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 28 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Nephrologists treat kidney diseases including chronic kidney disease, kidney failure requiring dialysis, glomerulonephritis, kidney stones, and electrolyte disorders. They manage dialysis access and kidney transplant follow-up.

Taxonomy: 207RN0300X

Education & Training

University of Missouri, Columbia School of Medicine (Class of 1998)

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Blake Jay Brooks

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Blake Jay Brooks for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Columbia required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Blake Jay Brooks

NPI records show Dr. Brooks as active with telehealth listed in Columbia, MO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (573) 499-0642.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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