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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Online booking
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. Dr. Blanks is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blanks’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare 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 as an 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 an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Blanks typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- 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
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:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Blanks typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Blanks 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy for Cartilage Shaving
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Knee chondroplasty
- Arthroscopic cartilage debridement
- Knee scope cartilage repair
- Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
- Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
- Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
- 29877: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty)
- 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)
Also known as:
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
- 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Scope Cleaning
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
- Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
Also known as:
- ACL Repair Surgery
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
- Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
- Knee Ligament Repair
- ACL Augmentation
CPT Codes:
- 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
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
Centene Corporation
Heritage Health
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Richard Blanks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blanks is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Uci Health - Placentia Linda, Uci Health - Fountain Valley, Providence St. Jude Medical Center, Ahmc Anaheim Regional Medical Center, Orange County Global 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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