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Dr. Daniel Blanchard, MD

Dr. Daniel Blanchard, MD

San Diego, CA

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Blanchard, Cardiologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Daniel Blanchard, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Blanchard graduated from UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego and completed his residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Nc Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Blanchard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blanchard’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blanchard’s office at (858) 657-8530.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Blanchard?

    Dr. Daniel Blanchard, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Blanchard empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Echocardiography, Echocardiography-Transesophageal, Hypertension, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego/CA community, Dr. Blanchard is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Blanchard go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Nc Hosps, Internal Medicine | Ucsd

    • Medical School: UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | University of North Carolina | UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | Director, UC San Diego Cardiology Fellowship Program | Professor of Medicine

    Is Dr. Blanchard board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Daniel Blanchard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Blanchard speak?

    Dr. Blanchard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Blanchard treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Blanchard 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. Blanchard. 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Heart
    • Other Heart Disease
    • Heart Disease
    • Cardiomegaly
    • Big heart
    • Heart enlargement
    • Unspecified Heart Condition
    • Atypical Heart Problem
    • Rare Heart Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I517: Cardiomegaly
    • I5189: Other ill-defined heart diseases

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Systolic Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency
    • Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
    • HFrEF
    • Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified
    • I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Rheumatic Mitral Valve Disease
    • Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation
    • Rheumatic Mitral Valvulopathy
    • Mitral Valve Problems from Rheumatic Fever
    • Rheumatic Heart Valve Disorder
    • Leaky tricuspid valve
    • Tricuspid regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
    • I059: Rheumatic mitral valve disease, unspecified
    • I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency

    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:

    • 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Artificial heart valve
    • Mechanical heart valve
    • Bioprosthetic valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Fluid Around the Heart
    • Pericardial Disorder
    • Pericardial Effusion
    • Fluid in Pericardium

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I3139: Other pericardial effusion (noninflammatory)

    Which procedures does Dr. Blanchard perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Daniel Blanchard may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Blanchard's office.

    Does Dr. Blanchard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Blanchard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 657-8530 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Blanchard accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Blanchard in San Diego, CA 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 Shield of California

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Inland Empire

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Scan Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Blanchard's office located?

    Dr. Daniel Blanchard's Primary Practice

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (858) 657-8530

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    Dr. Daniel Blanchard's Practice 2

    9434 Medical Center Dr Fl 1

    La Jolla, CA 92037

    (858) 657-8530

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    What is Dr. Blanchard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Blanchard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487684155.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blanchard?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blanchard

    What is Dr. Daniel Blanchard's specialty?

    Dr. Blanchard is a Cardiologist near San Diego, CA. 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. Blanchard to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Daniel Blanchard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Blanchard is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: UC San Diego Medical Center. 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 Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist with 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 Daniel Blanchard accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Daniel Blanchard is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Daniel Blanchard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Blanchard's office at (858) 657-8530 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Daniel Blanchard?

    Please contact Dr. Blanchard's office at (858) 657-8530 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Daniel Blanchard have?

    Dr. Daniel Blanchard is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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