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Who is Dr. Blackburn, Pediatrician in Lakeland, FL?
Dr. Melissa Blackburn, DO is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Lakeland, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Blackburn is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blackburn’s office at (863) 284-6850.
What languages does Dr. Blackburn speak?
Dr. Blackburn and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Blackburn typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Blackburn 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. Blackburn. 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 Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
- Early infant health exam
- First week baby checkup
- Post-delivery newborn exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
- Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Disorder Check
- Immune System Check-up
- Hematologic Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Blackburn typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Blackburn performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Blackburn. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Does Dr. Blackburn accept my insurance?
Dr. Blackburn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (863) 284-6850 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blackburn accept in Lakeland, FL?
Dr. Blackburn in Lakeland, FL 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
State of Florida
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Blackburn's office located?
Dr. Melissa Blackburn's Primary Practice
1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 284-6850
What is Dr. Blackburn's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blackburn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609362755.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blackburn?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blackburn
What is Dr. Melissa Blackburn's specialty?
Dr. Blackburn is a Pediatrician near Lakeland, FL.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Melissa Blackburn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Blackburn is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center, Johns Hopkins All Childrens Hospital, Nemours Childrens Hospital - Florida, Adventhealth Orlando. 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
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Is Melissa Blackburn accepting new patients in Lakeland, FL?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Blackburn is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Blackburn offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blackburn's office at (863) 284-6850 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Blackburn?
Please contact Dr. Blackburn's office at (863) 284-6850 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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