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Dr. John Blake, MD

Chattanooga, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Blake, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. John Blake, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Blake graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at University Of Alabama Hospital. Dr. Blake is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blake’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blake’s office at (423) 698-0850.

    Where did Dr. Blake go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University Of Alabama Hospital

    • Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Blake speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Blake treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Blake 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. Blake. 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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Mid-Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease
    • Thoracic Spondylosis
    • Mid-Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Thoracic Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
    • M47814: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, thoracic region

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Pain Relievers
    • Chronic opioid therapy
    • Ongoing narcotic pain medication
    • Opioid analgesic use
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Mid-Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica
    • Pinched Nerve in Mid-Back
    • Thoracic Radiculopathy
    • Upper Back Nerve Compression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
    • M5414: Radiculopathy, thoracic region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
    • Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Lumbar Spondylosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
    • M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Complex regional pain syndrome of right arm
    • Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
    • CRPS right arm
    • RSD right upper limb
    • Right arm nerve pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G90511: Complex regional pain syndrome I of right upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • vertebral low back pain
    • spine-related low back pain
    • discogenic low back pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Blake perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Does Dr. Blake accept my insurance?

    Dr. Blake accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 698-0850 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Blake accept in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. Blake in Chattanooga, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Blake's office located?

    Dr. John Blake's Primary Practice

    281 N Lyerly St Ste 200

    Chattanooga, TN 37404

    (423) 698-0850

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    Dr. John Blake's Practice 2

    4957 Swinyar Dr Ste 101

    Ooltewah, TN 37363

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    Dr. John Blake's Practice 3

    6130 Shallowford Rd Ste 101

    Chattanooga, TN 37421

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

    Dr. Blake's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629290689.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blake?

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

    What is Dr. John Blake's specialty?

    Dr. Blake is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Chattanooga, TN. In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care. Contact Dr. Blake to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Blake affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Blake is affiliated with Erlanger Baroness 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

    Where can I learn more about Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

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    Is John Blake accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?

    Yes, Dr. John Blake is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Blake offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Blake's office at (423) 698-0850 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Blake?

    Please contact Dr. Blake's office at (423) 698-0850 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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