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37 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blinkhorn, Infectious Disease Specialist in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Richard Blinkhorn, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Blinkhorn completed his residency at Metrohealth Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Metrohealth Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Blinkhorn is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blinkhorn’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blinkhorn’s office at (216) 778-8305.
Where did Dr. Blinkhorn go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Metrohealth Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Metrohealth Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Blinkhorn board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Blinkhorn, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Blinkhorn speak?
Dr. Blinkhorn and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Blinkhorn typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Blinkhorn 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. Blinkhorn. 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.
Also known as:
- Abnormal Tuberculosis Blood Test Result
- Positive TB Blood Test
- Interferon Gamma Release Assay Reaction
- IGRA Positive
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7612: Nonspecific reaction to cell mediated immunity measurement of gamma interferon antigen response without active tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Tuberculosis Screening
- TB test
- PPD test
- Tuberculosis exposure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Blinkhorn typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Blinkhorn may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Blinkhorn's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Blinkhorn accept my insurance?
Dr. Blinkhorn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 778-8305 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blinkhorn accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Blinkhorn in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Medicare
Summa Health
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Where is Dr. Blinkhorn's office located?
Dr. Richard Blinkhorn's Primary Practice
2500 Metrohealth Dr
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 778-8305
What is Dr. Blinkhorn's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blinkhorn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568575827.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blinkhorn?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blinkhorn
What is Dr. Richard Blinkhorn's specialty?
Dr. Blinkhorn is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Cleveland, OH.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Richard Blinkhorn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blinkhorn is affiliated with Metrohealth Medical Center 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Blinkhorn accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Richard Blinkhorn is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Blinkhorn offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blinkhorn's office at (216) 778-8305 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Blinkhorn?
Please contact Dr. Blinkhorn's office at (216) 778-8305 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Blinkhorn have?
Dr. Richard Blinkhorn is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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