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Dr. Wess Blackwell, MD

La Grange, TX

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Blackwell, Family Medicine Specialist in La Grange, TX?

    Dr. Wess Blackwell, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Grange, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Blackwell graduated from Texas A&M Health Science Center College Of Medicine and completed his residency at St Louis Univ Sch Of Med, Family Medicine. Dr. Blackwell is fluent in English and Spanish, 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 (979) 968-8493.

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

    • Residency: St Louis Univ Sch Of Med, Family Medicine | St Louis University School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Texas A & M University System Health Science Center College of Medicine | Texas A&M Health Science Center College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Blackwell board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Wess Blackwell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Blackwell speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Blackwell typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    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

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Blackwell typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Blackwell 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. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Does Dr. Blackwell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Blackwell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (979) 968-8493 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Blackwell accept in La Grange, TX?

    Dr. Blackwell in La Grange, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Blackwell's office located?

    Dr. Wess Blackwell's Primary Practice

    1253 N Von Minden St

    La Grange, TX 78945

    (979) 968-8493

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    Dr. Wess Blackwell's Practice 2

    2 Saint Marks Pl Ste 110

    La Grange, TX 78945

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    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 1780679662.

    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. Wess Blackwell's specialty?

    Dr. Blackwell is a Family Medicine Specialist near La Grange, TX.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Wess Blackwell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Blackwell is affiliated with Columbus Community Hospital - Columbus, Tx, St. David's South Austin Medical Center, St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital - Bryan, Tx, Heart Hospital Of Austin, The Physicians Centre 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Wess Blackwell accepting new patients in La Grange, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Wess Blackwell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Wess Blackwell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Blackwell's office at (979) 968-8493 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Wess Blackwell?

    Please contact Dr. Blackwell's office at (979) 968-8493 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Wess Blackwell have?

    Dr. Wess Blackwell is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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