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Dr. Janice Blanchard, MD, PHD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Washington, DC

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Blanchard, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Janice Blanchard, MD, PHD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Blanchard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blanchard’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blanchard’s office at (202) 741-2911.

    Is Dr. Blanchard board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Janice Blanchard, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Blanchard typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Suicidal Thoughts
    • Suicide
    • Suicidal ideation
    • Thoughts of ending life
    • Self-harm thoughts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R45851: Suicidal ideations

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Blanchard typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Janice Blanchard may include:

    Please contact Dr. Blanchard's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Blanchard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Blanchard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 741-2911 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Blanchard accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Blanchard in Washington, DC 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 Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • District of Columbia

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Santa Cruz County

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Blanchard's office located?

    Department Of Emergency Medicine

    2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW Fl 2B

    Washington, DC 20037

    (202) 741-2911

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    Dr. Janice Blanchard's Practice 2

    900 23rd St NW

    Washington, DC 20037

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    What hospitals are Dr. Blanchard affiliated with?

    Dr. Blanchard has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    George Washington University Hospital,Washington, DC

    What is Dr. Blanchard's NPI number?A 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 1558490136.

    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. Janice Blanchard's specialty?

    Dr. Blanchard is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Washington, DC.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

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

    No, Dr. Blanchard is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: George Washington University Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Janice Blanchard accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

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

    Does Dr. Janice Blanchard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Blanchard's office at (202) 741-2911 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Janice Blanchard?

    Please contact Dr. Blanchard's office at (202) 741-2911 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Blanchard's office located?

    Dr. Blanchard's office is located in Washington, DC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Janice Blanchard have?

    Dr. Janice Blanchard is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.