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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blackford, Family Medicine Specialist in Plymouth, IN?
Dr. Laura Blackford, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Plymouth, IN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Blackford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blackford’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blackford’s office at (574) 948-5100.
What languages does Dr. Blackford speak?
Dr. Blackford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Blackford typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Blackford 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. Blackford. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Blackford typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Blackford may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Blackford's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Blackford accept my insurance?
Dr. Blackford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (574) 948-5100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blackford accept in Plymouth, IN?
Dr. Blackford in Plymouth, IN 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
Centene Corporation
Corporate Services
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Blackford's office located?
Dr. Laura Blackford's Primary Practice
2349 Lake Ave Ste 100
Plymouth, IN 46563
(574) 948-5100
What hospitals are Dr. Blackford affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Blackford has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Blackford's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blackford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073892428.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blackford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blackford
What is Dr. Laura Blackford's specialty?
Dr. Blackford is a Family Medicine Specialist near Plymouth, IN.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is Dr. Laura Blackford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blackford is affiliated with Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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. Laura Blackford accepting new patients in Plymouth, IN?
Yes, Dr. Laura Blackford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Blackford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blackford's office at (574) 948-5100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Laura Blackford?
Please contact Dr. Blackford's office at (574) 948-5100 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Blackford's office located?
Dr. Blackford's offices are located in Plymouth, IN and Knox, IN.
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