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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blackwell, Internist in Galveston, TX?
Dr. Thomas Blackwell, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Galveston, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Blackwell graduated from Texas A&M University and completed his residency at Univ Ok Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine; Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Blackwell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blackwell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blackwell’s office at (409) 772-2222.
Where did Dr. Blackwell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ok Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine; Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx | Texas A&M University | University College of Medical Sciences and Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital
Is Dr. Blackwell board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Blackwell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Blackwell speak?
Dr. Blackwell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Blackwell typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Blackwell 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. Blackwell. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Other High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Other hyperlipidemia
- Other high lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7849: Other hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Blackwell typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Blackwell may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Blackwell's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Blackwell accept my insurance?
Dr. Blackwell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (409) 772-2222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blackwell accept in Galveston, TX?
Dr. Blackwell in Galveston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Blackwell's office located?
What is Dr. Blackwell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blackwell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659430478.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blackwell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blackwell
What is Dr. Thomas Blackwell's specialty?
Dr. Blackwell is a Internist near Galveston, TX.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Thomas Blackwell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blackwell is affiliated with John Sealy Hospital, Galveston 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Thomas Blackwell accepting new patients in Galveston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Blackwell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Blackwell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blackwell's office at (409) 772-2222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Blackwell?
Please contact Dr. Blackwell's office at (409) 772-2222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Blackwell have?
Dr. Thomas Blackwell is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine.
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