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Dr. Alan Blinn, MD

Dartmouth, MA

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Blinn, Anesthesiologist in Dartmouth, MA?

    Dr. Alan Blinn, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Dartmouth, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Blinn graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Anesthesiology; St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Blinn is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blinn’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blinn’s office at (781) 407-7713.

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

    • Residency: Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Anesthesiology; St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Brigham and Womens Hospital | Brigham & Women's Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa | University of Pittsburgh / Main Campus | University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine | Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

    Is Dr. Blinn board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Alan Blinn, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Blinn speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Blinn typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Blinn 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. Blinn. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Ureter Stone
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi
    • Ureteral Calculus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney
    • N201: Calculus of ureter

    Also known as:

    • History of Adenomatous and Serrated Colon Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Past Colon Polyps
    • Previous Adenomas
    • History of Precancerous Colon Growths
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z860101: Personal history of adenomatous and serrated colon polyps
    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Elevated PSA Level
    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Disease
    • Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
    • Prostate Problems
    • High Prostate Specific Antigen
    • Abnormal PSA Test
    • Increased PSA

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z860100: Personal history of colon polyps, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Overactive Bladder
    • OAB
    • Urgency Incontinence
    • Frequent Urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3281: Overactive bladder

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Blinn typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Blinn performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Blinn. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
    • Sciatic Nerve Block
    • Sciatica Injection
    • Steroid Injection for Sciatica
    • Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Blinn accept my insurance?

    Dr. Blinn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 407-7713 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Blinn accept in Dartmouth, MA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Point32Health

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Blinn's office located?

    Dr. Alan Blinn's Primary Practice

    535 Faunce Corner Rd

    Dartmouth, MA 02747

    (781) 407-7713

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    Dr. Alan Blinn's Practice 2

    795 Middle St

    Fall River, MA 02721

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    Dr. Alan Blinn's Practice 3

    138 Haverhill St

    Andover, MA 01810

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

    Dr. Blinn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992780530.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blinn?

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

    What is Dr. Alan Blinn's specialty?

    Dr. Blinn is a Anesthesiologist near Dartmouth, MA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is this Dr. Alan Blinn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Blinn is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital, Morton Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

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    Is Alan Blinn accepting new patients in Dartmouth, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Alan Blinn is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alan Blinn offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Blinn's office at (781) 407-7713 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alan Blinn?

    Please contact Dr. Blinn's office at (781) 407-7713 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alan Blinn have?

    Dr. Alan Blinn is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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