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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blaker, Cardiologist in Florence, SC?
Dr. Brian Blaker, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Florence, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Blaker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blaker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blaker’s office at (843) 667-1891.
What languages does Dr. Blaker speak?
Dr. Blaker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Blaker treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Blaker 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. Blaker. 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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Slow Heart Rate
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Other Aortic Valve Disorder
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Aortic Valve Problems
- Aortic Valve Conditions
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I358: Other nonrheumatic aortic valve disorders
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Which procedures does Dr. Blaker perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Brian Blaker 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. Blaker's office.
Does Dr. Blaker accept my insurance?
Dr. Blaker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 667-1891 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blaker accept in Florence, SC?
Dr. Blaker in Florence, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fidelity Insurance Group
Medicare
Molina
State of South Carolina
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Where is Dr. Blaker's office located?
Dr. Brian Blaker's Primary Practice
101 William H Johnson St Ste 600
Florence, SC 29506
(843) 667-1891
What is Dr. Blaker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blaker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134495138.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blaker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blaker
What is Dr. Brian Blaker's specialty?
Dr. Blaker is a Cardiologist near Florence, SC. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Blaker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brian Blaker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blaker is affiliated with Mcleod Regional 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 Brian Blaker accepting new patients in Florence, SC?
Yes, Dr. Brian Blaker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Blaker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blaker's office at (843) 667-1891 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Blaker?
Please contact Dr. Blaker's office at (843) 667-1891 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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