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Who is Dr. Blankenship, Anesthesiologist in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Derek Blankenship, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Blankenship is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blankenship’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blankenship’s office at (214) 687-0001.
What languages does Dr. Blankenship speak?
Dr. Blankenship and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Blankenship treat?
As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Blankenship 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. Blankenship. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Blankenship perform as a Anesthesiologist?
As a Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Derek Blankenship may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Blankenship's office.
Does Dr. Blankenship accept my insurance?
Dr. Blankenship accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 687-0001 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blankenship accept in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Blankenship in Fort Worth, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Blankenship's office located?
Dr. Derek Blankenship's Primary Practice
1400 8th Ave
Fort Worth, TX 76104
(214) 687-0001
What is Dr. Blankenship's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blankenship's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952763526.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blankenship?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blankenship
What is Dr. Derek Blankenship's specialty?
Dr. Blankenship is a Anesthesiologist near Fort Worth, TX. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Blankenship to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Derek Blankenship affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blankenship is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital - Fort Worth 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 Anesthesiologist?
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Is Derek Blankenship accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?
No, Dr. Derek Blankenship is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derek Blankenship offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blankenship's office at (214) 687-0001 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derek Blankenship?
Please contact Dr. Blankenship's office at (214) 687-0001 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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