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Dr. Tony Blankers, MD

Aitkin, MN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Blankers, Family Medicine Specialist in Aitkin, MN?

    Dr. Tony Blankers, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Aitkin, MN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Blankers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blankers’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blankers’s office at (218) 927-2157.

    What languages does Dr. Blankers speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Blankers typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Blankers 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. Blankers. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • Sporadic Alzheimer's
    • Alzheimer's in Older Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Vascular Complications
    • Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Blankers typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Tony Blankers may include:

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

    Does Dr. Blankers accept my insurance?

    Dr. Blankers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (218) 927-2157 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Blankers accept in Aitkin, MN?

    Dr. Blankers in Aitkin, MN 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 Minnesota

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • State of Minnesota

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Blankers' office located?

    Dr. Tony Blankers' Primary Practice

    200 Bunker Hill Dr

    Aitkin, MN 56431

    (218) 927-2157

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    Dr. Tony Blankers' Practice 2

    2 E Center Ave

    McGregor, MN 55760

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    What hospitals are Dr. Blankers affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Blankers has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Riverwood Healthcare Center - Hospital,Aitkin, MN
    Hendricks Community Hospital Association,Hendricks, MN

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

    Dr. Blankers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942735709.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blankers?

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

    What is Dr. Tony Blankers's specialty?

    Dr. Blankers is a Family Medicine Specialist near Aitkin, MN.

    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. Tony Blankers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Blankers is affiliated with Fairview Ridges 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. Tony Blankers accepting new patients in Aitkin, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Tony Blankers is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tony Blankers offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Blankers' office at (218) 927-2157 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tony Blankers?

    Please contact Dr. Blankers' office at (218) 927-2157 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Blankers' office located?

    Dr. Blankers' offices are located in Aitkin, MN and McGregor, MN.