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36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blake, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Denver, CO?
Dr. Kenneth Blake, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Denver, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Blake graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency at East Carolina University. Dr. Blake is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blake’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blake’s office at (303) 535-5350.
Where did Dr. Blake go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: East Carolina University | Vidant Medical Center/East Carolina University Program
Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Blake board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Blake, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Blake speak?
Dr. Blake and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Blake treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Blake 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. Blake. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
- Hemorrhoids
- First Degree Hemorrhoids
- Anal skin tags
- Perianal skin tags
- Leftover hemorrhoid skin
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
- Internal hemorrhoids
- Grade 1 hemorrhoids
- Mild hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
- K640: First degree hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Rectal Abscess
- Abscess
- Rectal Disorder
- Perirectal Abscess
- Pus Pocket in Rectum
- Rectal Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K611: Rectal abscess
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- History of Adenomatous and Serrated Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
- Past Colon Polyps
- Previous Adenomas
- History of Precancerous Colon Growths
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
- Z860101: Personal history of adenomatous and serrated colon polyps
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula
- Colon Diverticular Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5732: Diverticulitis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Anal Fissure
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Tear
- Fissure in Anus
- Perianal Fissure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K602: Anal fissure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Other Intestinal Condition
- Colonic Disease
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Bowel Conditions
- Gut Problems
- Digestive Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6389: Other specified diseases of intestine
Also known as:
- Abnormal Digestive Tract Imaging
- Abnormal GI scan
- Unusual digestive imaging
- Digestive system imaging findings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R933: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other parts of digestive tract
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula-in-Ano
- Abnormal Anal Tract
ICD-10 Codes:
- K603: Anal fistula
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst with Abscess
- Abscess
- Tailbone Disorder
- Infected Tailbone Cyst
- Sacrococcygeal Abscess
- Tailbone Abscess
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0501: Pilonidal cyst with abscess
Also known as:
- Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
- Sigmoid colon adenoma
- Sigmoid colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon
Which procedures does Dr. Blake perform as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), procedures performed by a Dr. Kenneth Blake may include:
- Abdominal Colorectal Surgery
- Anal Pap Smear
- Anoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colorectal Surgeon Consultation
- Colorectal Surgeon Follow Up
- Colorectal Surgery
- Colorectal Surgery Second Opinion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Blake's office.
Does Dr. Blake accept my insurance?
Dr. Blake accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 535-5350 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blake accept in Denver, CO?
Dr. Blake in Denver, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx
State of Colorado
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Blake's office located?
Dr. Kenneth Blake's Primary Practice
1601 E 19th Ave Ste 6300
Denver, CO 80218
(303) 535-5350
What is Dr. Blake's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blake's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174622070.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blake?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blake
What is Dr. Kenneth Blake's specialty?
Dr. Blake is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Denver, CO. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Blake to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kenneth Blake affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blake is affiliated with Hca Healthone Sky Ridge 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
Where can I learn more about Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
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Is Kenneth Blake accepting new patients in Denver, CO?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Blake is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Blake offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blake's office at (303) 535-5350 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Blake?
Please contact Dr. Blake's office at (303) 535-5350 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kenneth Blake have?
Dr. Kenneth Blake is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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