47 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Blond, Nephrologist in Bangor, ME?
Dr. Carl Blond, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Bangor, ME with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 47 years. Dr. Blond graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed his residency at Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Internal Medicine Univ Co Hlth Sci Ctr, Nephrology. Dr. Blond is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blond’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blond’s office.
Where did Dr. Blond go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Internal Medicine Univ Co Hlth Sci Ctr, Nephrology | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (South Central) Program
Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx | The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio
What languages does Dr. Blond speak?
Dr. Blond and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Blond typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Blond 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. Blond. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
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- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Blond typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Carl Blond may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Blond's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Blond accept my insurance?
Dr. Blond accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blond accept in Bangor, ME?
Dr. Blond in Bangor, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Blond's office located?
Recognitions
Awards
Texas Super Doctors
What is Dr. Blond's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blond's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174507776.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blond?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blond
What is Dr. Carl Blond's specialty?
Dr. Blond is a Nephrologist near Bangor, ME.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Carl Blond affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Blond is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Medical Center Hospital, Methodist Hospital Atascosa. 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Carl Blond accepting new patients in Bangor, ME?
Yes, Dr. Carl Blond is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carl Blond offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blond's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carl Blond?
Please contact Dr. Blond's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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