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Dr. Ernesto Blanco, MD

Farmington, NM

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Blanco, Internist in Farmington, NM?

    Dr. Ernesto Blanco, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Farmington, NM with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Blanco is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blanco’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blanco’s office at (505) 609-2258.

    What languages does Dr. Blanco speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Blanco typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Blanco 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. Blanco. 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:

    • 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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
    • DKA in Type 2 Diabetes
    • High Blood Sugar Emergency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1110: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma

    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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Blanco typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ernesto Blanco may include:

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

    Does Dr. Blanco accept my insurance?

    Dr. Blanco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 609-2258 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Blanco accept in Farmington, NM?

    Dr. Blanco in Farmington, NM 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)

    • Hawaii-Mainland Administrators (HMA)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Presbyterian Healthcare Services

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • WebTPA

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    Where is Dr. Blanco's office located?

    Dr. Ernesto Blanco's Primary Practice

    801 W Maple St

    Farmington, NM 87401

    (505) 609-2258

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    Dr. Ernesto Blanco's Practice 2

    4820 E Main St

    Farmington, NM 87402

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    What hospitals are Dr. Blanco affiliated with?

    Dr. Blanco has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Pagosa Springs Medical Center,Pagosa Springs, CO

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

    Dr. Blanco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235669649.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blanco?

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

    What is Dr. Ernesto Blanco's specialty?

    Dr. Blanco is an Internist near Farmington, NM.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is Dr. Ernesto Blanco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Blanco is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Pagosa Springs Medical Center. 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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. Ernesto Blanco accepting new patients in Farmington, NM?

    Yes, Dr. Ernesto Blanco is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ernesto Blanco offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Blanco's office at (505) 609-2258 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ernesto Blanco?

    Please contact Dr. Blanco's office at (505) 609-2258 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Blanco's office located?

    Dr. Blanco's office is located in Farmington, NM.