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Dr. Richard Blake, MD

Interventional Cardiologist, Internist, Cardiologist

Lexington, KY

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.

    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:

    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

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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

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    Dr. Richard Blake's Practice 2

    101 Jb Shannon Dr

    Flemingsburg, KY 41041

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    Dr. Richard Blake's Practice 3

    227 Falcon Dr Ste 101

    Mt Sterling, KY 40353

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    What hospitals are Dr. Blake affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Blake has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    University Of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital,Lexington, KY
    Saint Joseph Mount Sterling,Mount Sterling, KY
    St. Claire Regional Medical Center,Morehead, KY
    Norton Audubon Hospital,Louisville, KY

    What is Dr. Blake's NPI number?A 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 an 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 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Richard Blake?

    Please contact Dr. Blake's office at (859) 276-4429 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Blake's office located?

    Dr. Blake's offices are located in Lexington, KY, Flemingsburg, KY, and Mt Sterling, KY.