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Who is Dr. Blake, Interventional Cardiologist in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Richard Blake, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Blake completed his residency at Univ Of Ky Hosp-Chandler Mc, Cardiovascular Diseases Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Blake is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blake’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blake’s office at (859) 276-4429.
Where did Dr. Blake go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ky Hosp-Chandler Mc, Cardiovascular Diseases Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Ky Coll of Med, Lexington Ky
What languages does Dr. Blake speak?
Dr. Blake and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Blake treat?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Blake 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. Blake. 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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Heart Palpitations
- Slow Heart Rate
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Mitral and Tricuspid Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I081: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and tricuspid valves
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Which procedures does Dr. Blake perform as a Interventional Cardiologist?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Richard Blake may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Blake's office.
Does Dr. Blake accept my insurance?
Dr. Blake accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 276-4429 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blake accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Blake in Lexington, KY 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Blake's office located?
Dr. Richard Blake's Primary Practice
1401 Harrodsburg Rd Ste A300
Lexington, KY 40504
(859) 276-4429
What is Dr. Blake's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blake's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699702308.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blake?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blake
What is Dr. Richard Blake's specialty?
Dr. Blake is a Interventional Cardiologist near Lexington, KY. A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function. Contact Dr. Blake to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Blake affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Blake is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Saint Joseph Mount Sterling. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Interventional Cardiologist?
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Is Richard Blake accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?
Yes, Dr. Richard Blake is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Blake offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blake's office at (859) 276-4429 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Blake?
Please contact Dr. Blake's office at (859) 276-4429 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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