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Dr. Alejandro Blachar, MD
Saint Joseph, MO
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blachar, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Saint Joseph, MO?
Dr. Alejandro Blachar, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Saint Joseph, MO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Blachar graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at University Hosp, Inc, Anesthesiology; Hartford Hosp, Anesthesiology; Hartford Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Blachar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blachar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blachar’s office at (816) 271-6518.
Where did Dr. Blachar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Hosp, Inc, Anesthesiology; Hartford Hosp, Anesthesiology; Hartford Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj | Rutgers | Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School
Is Dr. Blachar board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Alejandro Blachar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Blachar speak?
Dr. Blachar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Blachar treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Blachar 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. Blachar. 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does Dr. Blachar perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Blachar 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. Blachar. 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
Does Dr. Blachar accept my insurance?
Dr. Blachar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 271-6518 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blachar accept in Saint Joseph, MO?
Dr. Blachar in Saint Joseph, MO 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 Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Tennessee
Sterling Jewelers
Sunrise Senior Living
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Where is Dr. Blachar's office located?
Dr. Alejandro Blachar's Primary Practice
802 N Riverside Rd Ste 100
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 271-6518
What is Dr. Blachar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blachar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245208206.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blachar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blachar
What is Dr. Alejandro Blachar's specialty?
Dr. Blachar is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Saint Joseph, MO. In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care. Contact Dr. Blachar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alejandro Blachar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blachar is affiliated with Mosaic Life Care at St. Joseph - 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
Where can I learn more about Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
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Is Alejandro Blachar accepting new patients in Saint Joseph, MO?
No, Dr. Alejandro Blachar is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alejandro Blachar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blachar's office at (816) 271-6518 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alejandro Blachar?
Please contact Dr. Blachar's office at (816) 271-6518 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alejandro Blachar have?
Dr. Alejandro Blachar is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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