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Dr. Earl Blanchard, MD

Dr. Earl Blanchard, MD

Grand Rapids, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Blanchard, Diagnostic Radiologist in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Dr. Earl Blanchard, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Grand Rapids, MI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Blanchard graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Mississippi School of Medicine Program. Dr. Blanchard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blanchard’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blanchard’s office at (601) 354-4320.

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

    • Residency: University of Mississippi School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: University of Mississippi School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Blanchard speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Blanchard treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Blanchard 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. Blanchard. 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:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Collapsed Lung
    • Atelectasis
    • Lung collapse
    • Incomplete lung expansion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9811: Atelectasis

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Chronic Cough
    • Subacute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough
    • Lingering cough
    • Persistent cough (medium term)
    • Prolonged cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough
    • R053: Chronic cough
    • R052: Subacute cough

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Catheter Management
    • Catheter adjustment
    • Catheter care
    • Non-vascular catheter maintenance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4682: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of non-vascular catheter

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Pulmonary Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J439: Emphysema, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Heart
    • Heart Disease
    • Cardiomegaly
    • Big heart
    • Heart enlargement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I517: Cardiomegaly

    Which procedures does Dr. Blanchard perform as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Earl Blanchard may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Blanchard's office.

    Does Dr. Blanchard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Blanchard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 354-4320 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Blanchard accept in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Dr. Blanchard in Grand Rapids, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Nevada

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Blanchard's office located?

    Dr. Earl Blanchard's Primary Practice

    3264 N Evergreen Dr NE

    Grand Rapids, MI 49525

    (601) 354-4320

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    Dr. Earl Blanchard's Practice 2

    3883 Balsam Ave NE

    Grand Rapids, MI 49525

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    Dr. Earl Blanchard's Practice 3

    3989 Tree View Dr NE

    Grand Rapids, MI 49525

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    What is Dr. Blanchard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Blanchard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598853087.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blanchard?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blanchard

    What is Dr. Earl Blanchard's specialty?

    Dr. Blanchard is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Grand Rapids, MI. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Blanchard to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Earl Blanchard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Blanchard is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Bronson Methodist Hospital, MyMichigan Medical Center Midland, Bronson Battle Creek Hospital, Bronson LakeView Hospital, McLaren Greater Lansing 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 Earl Blanchard accepting new patients in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Earl Blanchard is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Earl Blanchard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Blanchard's office at (601) 354-4320 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Earl Blanchard?

    Please contact Dr. Blanchard's office at (601) 354-4320 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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