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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blackman, Hospitalist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Kwesi Blackman, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. Dr. Blackman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blackman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blackman’s office at (718) 780-3000.
What languages does Dr. Blackman speak?
Dr. Blackman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Blackman typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Blackman 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. Blackman. 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
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Blackman typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Kwesi Blackman may include:
Please contact Dr. Blackman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Blackman accept my insurance?
Dr. Blackman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 780-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blackman accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Blackman in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Unknown
Visiting Nurse Service of New York
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Where is Dr. Blackman's office located?
What is Dr. Blackman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blackman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982164059.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blackman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blackman
What is Dr. Kwesi Blackman's specialty?
Dr. Blackman is a Hospitalist near Brooklyn, NY.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Kwesi Blackman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blackman is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kwesi Blackman accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Kwesi Blackman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kwesi Blackman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blackman's office at (718) 780-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kwesi Blackman?
Please contact Dr. Blackman's office at (718) 780-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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