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Dr. Thomas Blessey, MD

Mobile, AL

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    Who is Dr. Blessey, Internist in Mobile, AL?

    Dr. Thomas Blessey, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Mobile, AL. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Blessey graduated from La State University School Of Med In New Orleans and completed his residency at U South Ala Coll Med. Dr. Blessey is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blessey’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blessey’s office at (251) 410-4001.

    Where did Dr. Blessey go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: U South Ala Coll Med

    • Medical School: La State University School Of Med In New Orleans

    Is Dr. Blessey board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Blessey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Blessey speak?

    Dr. Blessey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Blessey treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Blessey 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. Blessey. 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.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Heart Disease
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
    • Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
    • I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    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:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    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:

    • Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
    • Vital Signs
    • Normal BP reading
    • Blood pressure screening, all clear
    • Healthy blood pressure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Blessey perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Thomas Blessey may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Blessey's office.

    Does Dr. Blessey accept my insurance?

    Dr. Blessey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (251) 410-4001 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Blessey accept in Mobile, AL?

    Dr. Blessey in Mobile, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Blessey's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Blessey's Primary Practice

    3715 Dauphin St Ste 7A

    Mobile, AL 36608

    (251) 410-4001

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    4.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

    Check mark

    Office Experience

    20% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Wait Times

    60% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Diagnosis

    60% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Thomas Blessey a Great overall experience rating of 4 out of 5 stars. Dr. Blessey has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Blessey, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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    What is Dr. Blessey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Blessey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326195694.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blessey?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blessey

    What is Dr. Thomas Blessey's specialty?

    Dr. Blessey is a Internist near Mobile, AL.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Blessey to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Thomas Blessey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Blessey is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Springhill Medical Center, Mobile Infirmary. 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Thomas Blessey accepting new patients in Mobile, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Blessey is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Blessey offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Blessey's office at (251) 410-4001 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thomas Blessey?

    Please contact Dr. Blessey's office at (251) 410-4001 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Blessey have?

    Dr. Thomas Blessey is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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