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Dr. Kent Blakely, MD

Danville, PA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Blakely, Rheumatologist in Danville, PA?

    Dr. Kent Blakely, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Danville, PA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Blakely completed his residency at Geisinger Med Center. Dr. Blakely is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blakely’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blakely’s office at (406) 447-2828.

    Where did Dr. Blakely go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Geisinger Med Center

    What languages does Dr. Blakely speak?

    Dr. Blakely and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Blakely typically treat?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Blakely 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. Blakely. 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:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • RA
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
    • M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
    • M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Age-Related Osteoporosis with Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging
    • Senile osteoporosis with broken bone
    • Elderly brittle bones with fracture
    • Osteoporosis fracture in older adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
    • M8000XD: Age-related osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, unspecified site, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Psoriasis
    • Psoriatic joint inflammation
    • Arthritis with psoriasis
    • Psoriasis-related joint pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Osteoarthritis
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Generalized Osteoarthritis
    • Multiple Joint Arthritis
    • Polyarthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Blakely typically perform?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Blakely 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. Blakely. 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:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Blakely accept my insurance?

    Dr. Blakely accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (406) 447-2828 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Blakely accept in Danville, PA?

    Dr. Blakely in Danville, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Blakely's office located?

    Dr. Kent Blakely's Primary Practice

    100 N Academy Ave

    Danville, PA 17822

    (406) 447-2828

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    Dr. Kent Blakely's Practice 2

    675 Baltimore Dr

    Wilkes Barre, PA 18702

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

    Dr. Blakely's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134222458.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blakely?

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

    What is Dr. Kent Blakely's specialty?

    Dr. Blakely is a Rheumatologist near Danville, PA.

    What does a Rheumatologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.

    Is this Dr. Kent Blakely affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Blakely is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Geisinger Medical Center, Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono 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 Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Kent Blakely accepting new patients in Danville, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Kent Blakely is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kent Blakely offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Blakely's office at (406) 447-2828 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kent Blakely?

    Please contact Dr. Blakely's office at (406) 447-2828 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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