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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blanche, Surgeon in Bangor, ME?
Dr. Alexandra Blanche is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bangor, ME. Dr. Blanche is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blanche’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blanche’s office at (334) 834-7565.
What languages does Dr. Blanche speak?
Dr. Blanche and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Blanche typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Blanche 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. Blanche. 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:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Blanche typically perform?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Alexandra Blanche may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Blanche's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Blanche accept my insurance?
Dr. Blanche accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (334) 834-7565 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blanche accept in Bangor, ME?
Dr. Blanche in Bangor, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Maine
UMR Administered Payer
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Blanche's office located?
What is Dr. Blanche's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blanche's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285021584.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blanche?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blanche
What is Dr. Alexandra Blanche's specialty?
Dr. Blanche is a Surgeon near Bangor, ME.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Alexandra Blanche affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blanche is affiliated with Northern Light Eastern Maine 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
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Is Alexandra Blanche accepting new patients in Bangor, ME?
Yes, Dr. Alexandra Blanche is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexandra Blanche offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blanche's office at (334) 834-7565 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexandra Blanche?
Please contact Dr. Blanche's office at (334) 834-7565 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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