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16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blackwood, Pediatric Cardiologist in Macon, GA?
Dr. Wesley Blackwood, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Macon, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Blackwood graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University. Dr. Blackwood is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blackwood’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blackwood’s office at (478) 743-4622.
Where did Dr. Blackwood go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University
Is Dr. Blackwood board certified in Pediatric Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Wesley Blackwood, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Blackwood speak?
Dr. Blackwood and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Blackwood treat?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Blackwood 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. Blackwood. 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:
- Patent Foramen Ovale
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Atrial Septal Defect
- Congenital Heart Defects
- PFO
- Open Foramen Ovale
- Hole in Heart (PFO)
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- PDA
- Open Ductus Arteriosus
- Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
- ASD
- Hole in the Heart (Atria)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q2112: Patent foramen ovale
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
- Q211: Atrial septal defect
Also known as:
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Fast Heartbeat
- Slow Heart Rate
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- R002: Palpitations
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Benign Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Innocent heart murmur
- Harmless heart murmur
- Physiological heart murmur
ICD-10 Codes:
- R010: Benign and innocent cardiac murmurs
Also known as:
- Fetal Heart Anomalies
- Congenital Heart Defects in Fetus
- Fetal Cardiac Malformations
- Fetal Heart Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- O35BXX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, fetal cardiac anomalies, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome
- Arrhythmia
- POTS
- Orthostatic intolerance
- Postural tachycardia syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- G90A: Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome [POTS]
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
Also known as:
- Abnormal Heart Sounds
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Heart Murmur
- Extra Heart Sounds
- Unusual Heart Noises
ICD-10 Codes:
- R012: Other cardiac sounds
Which procedures does Dr. Blackwood perform as a Pediatric Cardiologist?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Wesley Blackwood may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Blackwood's office.
Does Dr. Blackwood accept my insurance?
Dr. Blackwood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (478) 743-4622 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blackwood accept in Macon, GA?
Dr. Blackwood in Macon, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alliant Health Plans
CareSource
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medcost Preferred
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Blackwood's office located?
Dr. Wesley Blackwood's Primary Practice
1062 Forsyth St Ste 3A
Macon, GA 31201
(478) 743-4622
Dr. Wesley Blackwood's Practice 3
202 Village Center Pkwy
Stockbridge, GA 30281
(404) 256-2593
What is Dr. Blackwood's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blackwood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093930208.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blackwood?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blackwood
What is Dr. Wesley Blackwood's specialty?
Dr. Blackwood is a Pediatric Cardiologist near Macon, GA. A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients. Contact Dr. Blackwood to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Wesley Blackwood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blackwood is affiliated with Atrium Health Navicent, Tift Regional Medical Center, Houston Healthcare – Warner Robins, Piedmont Athens Regional, Arthur M. Blank Hospital, Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Cardiologist?
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Is Wesley Blackwood accepting new patients in Macon, GA?
Yes, Dr. Wesley Blackwood is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wesley Blackwood offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blackwood's office at (478) 743-4622 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wesley Blackwood?
Please contact Dr. Blackwood's office at (478) 743-4622 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Wesley Blackwood have?
Dr. Wesley Blackwood is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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