35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blackband, Family Medicine Specialist in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Catherine Blackband, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, FL. She has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Blackband completed her residency at University of Florida. Dr. Blackband is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blackband’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blackband’s office at (352) 265-5230.
Where did Dr. Blackband go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Johns Hopkins Hospital
Residency: University of Florida
Medical School: University of Nottingham
Is Dr. Blackband board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Catherine Blackband, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Blackband speak?
Dr. Blackband and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Blackband typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Blackband 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. Blackband. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Blackband typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Catherine Blackband may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Blackband's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Blackband accept my insurance?
Dr. Blackband accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 265-5230 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blackband accept in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Blackband in Gainesville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CareCentrix
Cigna Group
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Blackband's office located?
What is Dr. Blackband's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blackband's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902820772.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blackband?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blackband
What is Dr. Catherine Blackband's specialty?
Dr. Blackband is a Family Medicine Specialist near Gainesville, FL.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Catherine Blackband affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blackband is affiliated with Medstar Union Memorial 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Catherine Blackband accepting new patients in Gainesville, FL?
Yes, Dr. Catherine Blackband is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Catherine Blackband offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blackband's office at (352) 265-5230 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Catherine Blackband?
Please contact Dr. Blackband's office at (352) 265-5230 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Catherine Blackband have?
Dr. Catherine Blackband is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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