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26 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blanks, Orthopedic Surgeon in Fountain Valley, CA?
Dr. Richard Blanks, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fountain Valley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Blanks is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blanks’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blanks’s office at (714) 241-7000.
Is Dr. Blanks board certified in Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Richard Blanks, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Blanks speak?
Dr. Blanks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Blanks treat?
As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Blanks 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. Blanks. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
- Right Partial Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Partial Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Full Rotator Cuff Tear
- Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
- Severed Shoulder Tendon
- Right incomplete rotator cuff rupture
- Right partial shoulder tendon tear
- Right rotator cuff strain
- Torn Shoulder Tendon
- Shoulder Tendon Rupture
- Rotator Cuff Rupture
- Incomplete Rotator Cuff Tear
- Partial Rotator Cuff Rupture
- Shoulder Tendon Partial Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- M75111: Incomplete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- M75122: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- M75112: Incomplete rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn meniscus
- Knee cartilage tear
- Meniscal injury
- Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
- S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Shoulder Bursitis
- Bursitis
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Inflamed Shoulder Bursa
- Shoulder Joint Inflammation
- Shoulder Bursa Inflammation
- Subacromial Bursitis
- Shoulder Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7551: Bursitis of right shoulder
- M7552: Bursitis of left shoulder
Also known as:
- Knee Ligament Sprain
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Sprained Knee Ligament
- Ligament Injury in Knee
- ACL Sprain
- ACL Injury
- Knee Ligament Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter
- S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Left Frozen Shoulder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Left adhesive capsulitis
- Left shoulder stiffness
- Left shoulder periarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7502: Adhesive capsulitis of left shoulder
Also known as:
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Swimmer's Shoulder
- Impingement Syndrome
- Rotator Cuff Impingement
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7541: Impingement syndrome of right shoulder
Also known as:
- Frozen Shoulder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Adhesive Capsulitis
- Shoulder Stiffness
- Stiff Shoulder Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7501: Adhesive capsulitis of right shoulder
Which procedures does Dr. Blanks perform as a Orthopedic Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Richard Blanks may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Blanks' office.
Does Dr. Blanks accept my insurance?
Dr. Blanks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 241-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blanks accept in Fountain Valley, CA?
Dr. Blanks in Fountain Valley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Altamed Health Services
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
Centene
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Blanks' office located?
Dr. Richard Blanks' Primary Practice
11190 Warner Ave Ste 300
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
(714) 241-7000
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Richard Blanks?
Dr. Blanks has appointments available at his Fountain Valley, CA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Blanks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blanks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639125982.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blanks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blanks
What is Dr. Richard Blanks's specialty?
Dr. Blanks is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Fountain Valley, CA. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Blanks to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Blanks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blanks is affiliated with Uci Health - Placentia Linda, Uci Health - Fountain Valley, Uci 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
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Is Richard Blanks accepting new patients in Fountain Valley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Blanks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Blanks offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Blanks, or call (714) 241-7000 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Blanks?
Please contact Dr. Blanks's office at (714) 241-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Blanks have?
Dr. Richard Blanks is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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