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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blandon, Internist in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Pedro Blandon, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in El Paso, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Blandon graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Nephrology; Tx Tech U Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine; Tx Tech U Hlth Sci Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Blandon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blandon’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blandon’s office at (915) 545-6618.
Where did Dr. Blandon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Nephrology; Tx Tech U Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine; Tx Tech U Hlth Sci Ctr, Family Medicine
Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas
Is Dr. Blandon board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Pedro Blandon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Blandon speak?
Dr. Blandon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Blandon typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Blandon 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. Blandon. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Blandon typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Blandon 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. Blandon. 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:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Blandon accept my insurance?
Dr. Blandon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (915) 545-6618 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blandon accept in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Blandon in El Paso, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Blandon's office located?
Dr. Pedro Blandon's Primary Practice
5915 Silver Springs Dr Bldg 3A
El Paso, TX 79912
(915) 545-6618
What is Dr. Blandon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blandon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275531469.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blandon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blandon
What is Dr. Pedro Blandon's specialty?
Dr. Blandon is a Internist near El Paso, TX.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Pedro Blandon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blandon is affiliated with University Medical Center Of El Paso, Christus Health, The Hospitals Of Providence - East Campus, The Hospitals Of Providence - Memorial Campus, The Hospitals Of Providence - Sierra Campus 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 Pedro Blandon accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?
Yes, Dr. Pedro Blandon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pedro Blandon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blandon's office at (915) 545-6618 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pedro Blandon?
Please contact Dr. Blandon's office at (915) 545-6618 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Pedro Blandon have?
Dr. Pedro Blandon is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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