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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blackwood, Anesthesiologist in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Robert Blackwood, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Blackwood completed his residency at Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology. Dr. Blackwood is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blackwood’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blackwood’s office at (702) 877-8661.
Where did Dr. Blackwood go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology
Medical School: University of Fl Coll of Med, Gainesville
Is Dr. Blackwood board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Blackwood, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Blackwood speak?
Dr. Blackwood and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Blackwood typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Blackwood 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. Blackwood. 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:
- 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:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Condition
- Duodenal Condition
- Digestive System Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- K319: Disease of stomach and duodenum, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Intestinal Diverticula
- Pouches in Intestine
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5790: Diverticulosis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Swollen Veins in Anus
- Anal Lumps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Esophagitis
- Esophagus Disorder
- Inflammation of the Esophagus
- Sore Esophagus
- Esophageal Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2090: Esophagitis, unspecified without bleeding
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Blackwood typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Blackwood may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Blackwood's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Blackwood accept my insurance?
Dr. Blackwood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 877-8661 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blackwood accept in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Blackwood in Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Intermountain Health
Medicare
Spectrum
State of Nevada
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Blackwood's office located?
Dr. Robert Blackwood's Primary Practice
5400 S Rainbow Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89118
(702) 877-8661
What is Dr. Blackwood's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blackwood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154423648.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blackwood?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blackwood
What is Dr. Robert Blackwood's specialty?
Dr. Blackwood is a Anesthesiologist near Las Vegas, NV.
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. Robert Blackwood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blackwood is affiliated with Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center, Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, Henderson Hospital, Havasu Regional Medical Center 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 Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Robert Blackwood accepting new patients in Las Vegas, NV?
Yes, Dr. Robert Blackwood is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Blackwood offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blackwood's office at (702) 877-8661 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Blackwood?
Please contact Dr. Blackwood's office at (702) 877-8661 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Blackwood have?
Dr. Robert Blackwood is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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