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Dr. Yiraima Medina-Blasini, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist

Ponce, PR

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Medina-Blasini, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Ponce, PR?

    Dr. Yiraima Medina-Blasini, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Ponce, PR. Dr. Medina-Blasini is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Medina-Blasini’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Medina-Blasini’s office at (305) 227-5548.

    What languages does Dr. Medina-Blasini speak?

    Dr. Medina-Blasini and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Medina-Blasini typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Medina-Blasini 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. Medina-Blasini. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
    • H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Medina-Blasini typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Yiraima Medina-Blasini may include:

    Please contact Dr. Medina-Blasini's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Medina-Blasini accept my insurance?

    Dr. Medina-Blasini accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 227-5548 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Medina-Blasini accept in Ponce, PR?

    Dr. Medina-Blasini in Ponce, PR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Doctors Healthcare Plans

    • Leon Medical Centers

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Medina-Blasini's office located?

    Dr. Yiraima Medina-Blasini's Primary Practice

    917 Ave Tito Castro

    Ponce, PR 00716

    (305) 227-5548

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

    Dr. Medina-Blasini's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083870976.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Medina-Blasini?

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

    What is Dr. Yiraima Medina-Blasini's specialty?

    Dr. Medina-Blasini is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Ponce, PR.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Yiraima Medina-Blasini affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Medina-Blasini is affiliated with Hca Florida Kendall Hospital, Baptist Hospital Of Miami, West Kendall Baptist 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Yiraima Medina-Blasini accepting new patients in Ponce, PR?

    Yes, Dr. Yiraima Medina-Blasini is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Yiraima Medina-Blasini offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Medina-Blasini's office at (305) 227-5548 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Yiraima Medina-Blasini?

    Please contact Dr. Medina-Blasini's office at (305) 227-5548 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Medina-Blasini's office located?

    Dr. Medina-Blasini's office is located in Ponce, PR.