Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blackwood, Internist in Roanoke, VA?
Dr. Ralph Blackwood, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Roanoke, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Blackwood is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blackwood’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blackwood’s office at (540) 224-5170.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Blackwood?
Dr. Ralph Blackwood, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Blackwood empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Preventive Medicine, Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Roanoke, VA community, Dr. Blackwood is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Blackwood speak?
Dr. Blackwood and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Blackwood typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Blackwood 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. Blackwood. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
- Sinusitis
- Acute maxillary sinusitis
- Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Travel Health Counseling
- Traveler's Health
- Travel medicine consultation
- Pre-travel health advice
- International travel health
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7184: Encounter for health counseling related to travel
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Blackwood typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ralph Blackwood may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Blackwood's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Blackwood accept my insurance?
Dr. Blackwood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (540) 224-5170 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blackwood accept in Roanoke, VA?
Dr. Blackwood in Roanoke, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Cigna
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Harvard Pilgrim
Kaiser Permanente
Oscar
Oxford Health Plans
UnitedHealth Group
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Blackwood's office located?
What is Dr. Blackwood's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blackwood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518943026.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blackwood?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blackwood
What is Dr. Ralph Blackwood's specialty?
Dr. Blackwood is a Internist near Roanoke, VA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Ralph Blackwood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blackwood is affiliated with Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ralph Blackwood accepting new patients in Roanoke, VA?
Yes, Dr. Ralph Blackwood is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ralph Blackwood offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blackwood's office at (540) 224-5170 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ralph Blackwood?
Please contact Dr. Blackwood's office at (540) 224-5170 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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