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Dr. Halward Blegen, MD

Plymouth, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Blegen, Internist in Plymouth, MA?

    Dr. Halward Blegen, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Plymouth, MA. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Surgery. Dr. Blegen graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and completed his residency at Greenwich Hosp, Internal Medicine; Cambridge Hp/Cambridge Hlth Al, Internal Medicine. Dr. Blegen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blegen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blegen’s office at (508) 888-7221.

    Where did Dr. Blegen go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Greenwich Hosp, Internal Medicine; Cambridge Hp/Cambridge Hlth Al, Internal Medicine | Greenwich Hospital Association Program

    • Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University

    Is Dr. Blegen board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Halward Blegen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Blegen speak?

    Dr. Blegen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Blegen treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Blegen diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Blegen. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
    • Urological Device Fitting
    • Bladder Device Adjustment
    • Catheter Fitting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Embolism
    • Blood clot in lung
    • Lung embolism
    • PE

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Blegen perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Halward Blegen may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Blegen's office.

    Does Dr. Blegen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Blegen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 888-7221 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Blegen accept in Plymouth, MA?

    Dr. Blegen in Plymouth, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Boston Medical Center

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Network Health

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Woodgrain Millwork

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    Where is Dr. Blegen's office located?

    Dr. Halward Blegen's Primary Practice

    110 Long Pond Rd Ste 205

    Plymouth, MA 02360

    (508) 888-7221

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    What is Dr. Blegen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Blegen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134121502.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blegen?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blegen

    What is Dr. Halward Blegen's specialty?

    Dr. Blegen is a Internist near Plymouth, MA.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Blegen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Halward Blegen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Blegen is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Plymouth which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Halward Blegen accepting new patients in Plymouth, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Halward Blegen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Halward Blegen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Blegen's office at (508) 888-7221 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Halward Blegen?

    Please contact Dr. Blegen's office at (508) 888-7221 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Halward Blegen have?

    Dr. Halward Blegen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Surgery.

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