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Who is Dr. Blackard, Pediatrician in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Kaitlin Blackard, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Blackard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blackard’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blackard’s office at (434) 243-5500.
What languages does Dr. Blackard speak?
Dr. Blackard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Blackard typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Blackard 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. Blackard. 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:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
- Expressive Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Global Language Disorder
- Understanding and Speaking Disorder
- Combined Language Impairment
- Language Production Disorder
- Verbal Expression Difficulty
- Speech Output Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
- F801: Expressive language disorder
Also known as:
- Other Developmental Disabilities
- Developmental Disabilities
- Atypical psychological development
- Unspecified developmental disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F88: Other disorders of psychological development
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Learning Disability
- Learning Disabilities
- Scholastic Skill Disorder
- Academic Learning Disorder
- Developmental Learning Difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- F819: Developmental disorder of scholastic skills, unspecified
Also known as:
- Trouble with Attention and Focus
- Mental Disorder
- Concentration issues
- Difficulty focusing
- Attention deficit
ICD-10 Codes:
- R41840: Attention and concentration deficit
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Blackard typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Blackard 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. Blackard. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Generating Device Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
- Augmentative Communication Therapy
- AAC Device Programming
- Speech Device Training
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
- 92609: Therapeutic services for the use of speech-generating device, including programming and modification
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Speech Sound Production Evaluation
- Articulation assessment
- Phonological process evaluation
- Apraxia of speech assessment
- Dysarthria evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92522: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria);
Also known as:
- Evaluation for Communication Device
- AAC Device Evaluation
- Speech-Generating Device Assessment
- Augmentative Communication Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92607: Evaluation for prescription for speech-generating augmentative and alternative communication device, face-to-face with the patient; first hour
Does Dr. Blackard accept my insurance?
Dr. Blackard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 243-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blackard accept in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Blackard in Norfolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Blackard's office located?
Dr. Kaitlin Blackard's Primary Practice
601 Childrens Ln
Norfolk, VA 23507
(434) 243-5500
What is Dr. Blackard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blackard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578958526.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blackard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blackard
What is Dr. Kaitlin Blackard's specialty?
Dr. Blackard is a Pediatrician near Norfolk, VA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Kaitlin Blackard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blackard is affiliated with Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Careplex Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Vcu Medical Center North 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 Kaitlin Blackard accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?
Yes, Dr. Kaitlin Blackard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kaitlin Blackard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blackard's office at (434) 243-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kaitlin Blackard?
Please contact Dr. Blackard's office at (434) 243-5500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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