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Who is Dr. Blochle, Vascular Surgeon in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Raphael Blochle, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Blochle is fluent in English, German, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blochle’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blochle’s office at (716) 898-3000.
What languages does Dr. Blochle speak?
Dr. Blochle and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Blochle treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Blochle 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. Blochle. 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:
- Localized Swelling
- Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
- Bloating
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
- R609: Edema, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Left Leg Pain
- Right Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in left lower limb
- Left leg discomfort
- Aching left leg
- Pain in right lower limb
- Right leg discomfort
- Aching right leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79605: Pain in left leg
- M79604: Pain in right leg
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Other Vein Disorder
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Vascular Disease
- Specific Vein Conditions
- Uncommon Vein Problems
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I878: Other specified disorders of veins
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Narrowing of other blood vessel devices
- Other vascular device blockage
- Blood vessel implant narrowing
- Vascular graft stenosis
- Prosthetic vascular device blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82858A: Stenosis of other vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Chronic Ulcer of the Left Foot
- Chronic Ulcer of the Right Foot
- Skin Condition
- Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore
- Venous Ulcer
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97528: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with other specified severity
- L97518: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with other specified severity
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
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:
- Other problems with blood vessel devices
- Vascular device complications
- Blood vessel implant issues
- Prosthetic vascular device problems
- Vascular graft complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82898A: Other specified complication of vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Which procedures does Dr. Blochle perform as a Vascular Surgeon?
As a Vascular Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Raphael Blochle may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Blochle's office.
Does Dr. Blochle accept my insurance?
Dr. Blochle accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 898-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blochle accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Blochle in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Independent Health
Martin's Point
Medicare
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
Univera Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Blochle's office located?
What is Dr. Blochle's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blochle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891958138.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blochle?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blochle
What is Dr. Raphael Blochle's specialty?
Dr. Blochle is a Vascular Surgeon near Buffalo, NY. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Blochle to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Raphael Blochle affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blochle is affiliated with Bertrand Chaffee Hospital 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
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Is Raphael Blochle accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Raphael Blochle is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Raphael Blochle offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blochle's office at (716) 898-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Raphael Blochle?
Please contact Dr. Blochle's office at (716) 898-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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