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Who is Dr. Vander Wood, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Blake Vander Wood, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Vander Wood is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vander Wood’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vander Wood’s office at (404) 778-1440.
What languages does Dr. Vander Wood speak?
Dr. Vander Wood and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vander Wood typically treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vander Wood 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. Vander Wood. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
What procedures does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vander Wood typically perform?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Blake Vander Wood may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Vander Wood's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vander Wood accept my insurance?
Dr. Vander Wood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 778-1440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vander Wood accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Vander Wood in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vander Wood's office located?
Dr. Blake Vander Wood's Primary Practice
49 Jesse Hill Jr Dr SE
Atlanta, GA 30303
(404) 778-1440
What is Dr. Vander Wood's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vander Wood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518426980.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vander Wood?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vander Wood
What is Dr. Blake Vander Wood's specialty?
Dr. Vander Wood is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Atlanta, GA.
What does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment.
Is this Dr. Blake Vander Wood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vander Wood is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Henry 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 a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Blake Vander Wood accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Blake Vander Wood is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Blake Vander Wood offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vander Wood's office at (404) 778-1440 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Blake Vander Wood?
Please contact Dr. Vander Wood's office at (404) 778-1440 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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