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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. 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 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 an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Blake typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Blake typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Blake may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
Please contact Dr. Blake's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
H & R Block
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
Unknown
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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.
What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Richard Blake affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blake is affiliated with Baptist Health Richmond, Clark Regional Medical Center 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
When to see an Interventional Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Interventional Cardiologist. 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 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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