Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blankstein, Cardiologist in Norwood, MA?
Dr. Ron Blankstein, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Norwood, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Blankstein graduated from Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center. Dr. Blankstein is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blankstein’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blankstein’s office.
Where did Dr. Blankstein go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center
What languages does Dr. Blankstein speak?
Dr. Blankstein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Blankstein treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Blankstein 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. Blankstein. 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:
- Arrhythmia
- Fast Heartbeat
- Heart Palpitations
- Slow Heart Rate
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Right Bundle Branch Block
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- RBBB
- Right Heart Block
ICD-10 Codes:
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I4510: Unspecified right bundle-branch block
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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Other Types of Angina
- Angina
- Atypical Angina
- Unstable Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I208: Other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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
Which procedures does Dr. Blankstein perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ron Blankstein 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. Blankstein's office.
Does Dr. Blankstein accept my insurance?
Dr. Blankstein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blankstein accept in Norwood, MA?
Dr. Blankstein in Norwood, MA 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 Massachusetts
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Blankstein's office located?
What is Dr. Blankstein's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blankstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326238452.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blankstein?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blankstein
What is Dr. Ron Blankstein's specialty?
Dr. Blankstein is a Cardiologist near Norwood, MA. 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. Blankstein to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ron Blankstein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blankstein is affiliated with Brigham And Women's Hospital 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 Ron Blankstein accepting new patients in Norwood, MA?
Yes, Dr. Ron Blankstein is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ron Blankstein offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blankstein's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ron Blankstein?
Please contact Dr. Blankstein's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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