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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blanton, Cardiologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Robert Blanton, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He is board certified. Dr. Blanton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blanton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blanton’s office at (617) 636-5000.
Is Dr. Blanton board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Blanton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Blanton speak?
Dr. Blanton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Blanton typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Blanton 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. Blanton. 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:
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Blanton typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Blanton may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Blanton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Blanton accept my insurance?
Dr. Blanton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 636-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blanton accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Blanton in Boston, MA 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 Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Blanton's office located?
What is Dr. Blanton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blanton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013935436.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blanton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blanton
What is Dr. Robert Blanton's specialty?
Dr. Blanton is a Cardiologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Robert Blanton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blanton is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center, Tufts Medical Center, Boston Medical Center, Lawrence Memorial Hospital Of Medford, Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, Massachusetts General Hospital 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 a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. 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 Robert Blanton accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Blanton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Blanton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blanton's office at (617) 636-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Blanton?
Please contact Dr. Blanton's office at (617) 636-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Blanton have?
Dr. Robert Blanton is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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Connect with DR. Blanton
Tufts New England Medical Center
800 Washington St
Boston, MA 02111