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Dr. Richard Blatny, MD

Hebron, NE

50 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Blatny, Family Medicine Specialist in Hebron, NE?

    Dr. Richard Blatny, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hebron, NE with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 50 years and is board certified. Dr. Blatny completed his residency at Avera McKennan Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Blatny is fluent in English and Creoles and pidgins, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blatny’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blatny’s office at (402) 729-3361.

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

    • Residency: Avera McKennan Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: University of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne

    Is Dr. Blatny board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Blatny, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Blatny speak?

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

    • Creoles and pidgins

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Blatny typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Blatny 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. Blatny. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    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:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Blatny typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Blatny performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Blatny. 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:

    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Needle Insertion into Muscle
    • Dry Needling (1-2 Muscles)
    • Muscle Needle Treatment
    • Therapeutic Needle Insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 20560: Needle insertion(s) without injection(s); 1 or 2 muscle(s)

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

    Does Dr. Blatny accept my insurance?

    Dr. Blatny accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 729-3361 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Blatny accept in Hebron, NE?

    Dr. Blatny in Hebron, NE 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 and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Midlands Choice (NE)

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Blatny's office located?

    Dr. Richard Blatny's Primary Practice

    120 Park Ave

    Hebron, NE 68370

    (402) 729-3361

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    Dr. Richard Blatny's Practice 2

    825 22nd St

    Fairbury, NE 68352

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

    Dr. Blatny's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699763003.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blatny?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Blatny's specialty?

    Dr. Blatny is a Family Medicine Specialist near Hebron, NE.

    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. Richard Blatny affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Blatny is affiliated with Bryan East Campus 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 Richard Blatny accepting new patients in Hebron, NE?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Blatny is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Blatny offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Blatny's office at (402) 729-3361 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Blatny?

    Please contact Dr. Blatny's office at (402) 729-3361 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Blatny have?

    Dr. Richard Blatny is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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