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Dr. Alexander Blandford, MD
Vero Beach, FL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blandford, Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Vero Beach, FL?
Dr. Alexander Blandford, MD is an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Vero Beach, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Blandford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blandford’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blandford’s office at (772) 299-1404.
What languages does Dr. Blandford speak?
Dr. Blandford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Blandford typically treat?
As an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Blandford 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. Blandford. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Baggy Eyelids
- Droopy Eyelid
- Eyelid Disorder
- Droopy eyelids
- Excess eyelid skin
- Dermatochalasis
- Ptosis
- Eyelid Droop
- Falling Eyelid
- Muscle-Related Eyelid Droop
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid
- H02423: Myogenic ptosis of bilateral eyelids
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
What procedures does an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Blandford typically perform?
As an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Blandford 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. Blandford. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Eyelid Repair (Extensive)
- Temporary Eyelid Closure
- Eyelid Lesion Removal
- Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Full Thickness Eyelid Repair
- Eyelid Reconstruction
- Eyelid Margin Excision and Repair
- Eyelid suturing
- Frost suture procedure
- Temporary tarsorrhaphy
- Eyelid growth removal
- Eyelid bump excision
- Eyelid skin lesion surgery
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Upper Eyelid Reduction
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67966: Excision and repair of eyelid, involving lid margin, tarsus, conjunctiva, canthus, or full thickness, may include preparation for skin graft or pedicle flap with adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement; over one-fourth of lid margin
- 67875: Temporary closure of eyelids by suture (eg, Frost suture)
- 67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure
- 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
Also known as:
- Facial Tissue Reconstruction
- Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
- Adjacent tissue flap surgery
- Eyelid reconstruction
- Nose reconstruction
- Lip reconstruction
- Local Flap Surgery
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
- Facial Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14061: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
- 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Infants/Children)
- Surgery
- Wound Debridement for Graft
- Burn Scar Release Surgery
- Recipient Site Preparation for Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
- 15004: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Full Thickness Skin Graft (Face)
- Facial Skin Graft
- Free Skin Graft (Nose/Ears/Eyelids/Lips)
- Full Thickness Graft for Face
- Cosmetic Skin Graft (Face)
CPT Codes:
- 15260: Full thickness graft, free, including direct closure of donor site, nose, ears, eyelids, and/or lips; 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium Size)
- Adjacent tissue transfer
- Local flap surgery
- Skin rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14041: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
Also known as:
- Conjunctival Reconstruction with Graft
- Conjunctivoplasty with Graft
- Eye Surface Reconstruction
- Cul-de-Sac Reconstruction (Eye)
CPT Codes:
- 68326: Conjunctivoplasty, reconstruction cul-de-sac; with conjunctival graft or extensive rearrangement
Does Dr. Blandford accept my insurance?
Dr. Blandford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (772) 299-1404 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blandford accept in Vero Beach, FL?
Dr. Blandford in Vero Beach, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Blandford's office located?
Dr. Alexander Blandford's Primary Practice
3500 US Highway 1
Vero Beach, FL 32960
(772) 299-1404
What is Dr. Blandford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blandford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699031948.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blandford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blandford
What is Dr. Alexander Blandford's specialty?
Dr. Blandford is a Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Vero Beach, FL.
What does an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon do?
A physician specializing in oculofacial plastic and reconstructive surgery combines orbital and periocular surgery with facial plastic surgery. This subspecialty involves both aesthetic and reconstructive procedures for the face, orbit, eyelid, and lacrimal system. Practitioners evaluate, diagnose, and treat conditions affecting the eyelids, brows, midface, orbits, lacrimal systems, and the surrounding structures of the face and neck.
Is this Dr. Alexander Blandford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blandford is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Alexander Blandford accepting new patients in Vero Beach, FL?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Blandford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Blandford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blandford's office at (772) 299-1404 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Blandford?
Please contact Dr. Blandford's office at (772) 299-1404 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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