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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Van Blarcum, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Waco, TX?
Dr. Gregory Van Blarcum, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Waco, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Van Blarcum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Van Blarcum’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Van Blarcum’s office at (254) 202-2000.
What languages does Dr. Van Blarcum speak?
Dr. Van Blarcum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Van Blarcum typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Van Blarcum 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. Van Blarcum. 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:
- Hip Fracture
- Left Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Femur Neck Fracture
- Proximal Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Fracture
- Left Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Break
- Hip Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72002D: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S72142D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Van Blarcum typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gregory Van Blarcum may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
Please contact Dr. Van Blarcum's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Van Blarcum accept my insurance?
Dr. Van Blarcum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (254) 202-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Van Blarcum accept in Waco, TX?
Dr. Van Blarcum in Waco, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Van Blarcum's office located?
Dr. Gregory Van Blarcum's Primary Practice
100 Hillcrest Medical Blvd
Waco, TX 76712
(254) 202-2000
What is Dr. Van Blarcum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Van Blarcum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073834487.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Van Blarcum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Van Blarcum
What is Dr. Gregory Van Blarcum's specialty?
Dr. Van Blarcum is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Waco, TX.
What does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist do?
An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices.
Is this Dr. Gregory Van Blarcum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Van Blarcum is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital At Sherman 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 an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Gregory Van Blarcum accepting new patients in Waco, TX?
Yes, Dr. Gregory Van Blarcum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gregory Van Blarcum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Van Blarcum's office at (254) 202-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gregory Van Blarcum?
Please contact Dr. Van Blarcum's office at (254) 202-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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