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Dr. Benjamin Blackmon, MD
Columbia, SC
39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blackmon, Anesthesiologist in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Benjamin Blackmon, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 39 years. Dr. Blackmon completed his residency at Med University Sc Med Center. Dr. Blackmon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blackmon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blackmon’s office at (803) 254-2394.
Where did Dr. Blackmon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med University Sc Med Center
What languages does Dr. Blackmon speak?
Dr. Blackmon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Blackmon typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Blackmon 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. Blackmon. 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:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6523: Chronic serous otitis media, bilateral
Also known as:
- Tooth Erosion
- Tooth Disorder
- Enamel erosion
- Acid erosion of teeth
- Tooth wear
ICD-10 Codes:
- K032: Erosion of teeth
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Blackmon typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Blackmon 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. Blackmon. 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Blackmon accept my insurance?
Dr. Blackmon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 254-2394 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blackmon accept in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Blackmon in Columbia, SC 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 South Carolina
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Blackmon's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Blackmon's Primary Practice
109 Blarney Dr
Columbia, SC 29223
(803) 254-2394
What is Dr. Blackmon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blackmon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851480396.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blackmon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blackmon
What is Dr. Benjamin Blackmon's specialty?
Dr. Blackmon is a Anesthesiologist near Columbia, SC.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Blackmon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blackmon is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Lexington Medical Center, Providence Orthopedic Hospital, Musc Health University 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
When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Benjamin Blackmon accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Blackmon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Blackmon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blackmon's office at (803) 254-2394 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Blackmon?
Please contact Dr. Blackmon's office at (803) 254-2394 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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