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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blackwell, Pulmonologist in Newark, NJ?
Dr. Lauren Blackwell, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Newark, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Blackwell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blackwell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blackwell’s office at (201) 894-3364.
What languages does Dr. Blackwell speak?
Dr. Blackwell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Blackwell typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Blackwell 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. Blackwell. 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
- Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure with high CO2
- Hypercapnic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A4189: Other specified sepsis
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Shock
- Circulatory collapse
- Systemic shock
- Acute circulatory failure
- Circulatory Collapse
- Systemic Shock
- Unspecified Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- R578: Other shock
- R579: Shock, unspecified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Blackwell typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Blackwell 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. Blackwell. 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:
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- Central Line Placement
- CVC Insertion
- Temporary Central Line
- IV Access Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Blackwell accept my insurance?
Dr. Blackwell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 894-3364 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blackwell accept in Newark, NJ?
Dr. Blackwell in Newark, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Blackwell's office located?
Dr. Lauren Blackwell's Primary Practice
150 Bergen St Rm I-248
Newark, NJ 07103
(201) 894-3364
What is Dr. Blackwell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blackwell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982921888.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blackwell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blackwell
What is Dr. Lauren Blackwell's specialty?
Dr. Blackwell is a Pulmonologist near Newark, NJ.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Lauren Blackwell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blackwell is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Bayshore 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lauren Blackwell accepting new patients in Newark, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Lauren Blackwell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lauren Blackwell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blackwell's office at (201) 894-3364 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lauren Blackwell?
Please contact Dr. Blackwell's office at (201) 894-3364 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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