Who is Dr. Blecker, Internist in Spring Hill, FL?
Where did Dr. Blecker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Pinnacle Health System Polyclinic | Armed Forces Genl Hosp # 1
Medical School: Salesian Pontifical University, Rome Italy | Universidad Central Del Ecuador
Is Dr. Blecker board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Edgar Blecker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Blecker speak?
Dr. Blecker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Italian
- Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Blecker typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Blecker 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. Blecker. 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:
- Other General Medical Examination
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- General Health Checkup
- Comprehensive Medical Exam
- Miscellaneous Physical Exam
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z008: Encounter for other general examination
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
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
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Blecker typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Blecker 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. Blecker. 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Blecker accept my insurance?
Dr. Blecker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (772) 581-0016 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blecker accept in Spring Hill, FL?
Dr. Blecker in Spring Hill, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareCentrix
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health First Shared Services
Humana
Medicare
Ultimate Healthcare Holdings
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Blecker's office located?
Dr. Edgar Blecker's Primary Practice
5350 Spring Hill Dr
Spring Hill, FL 34606
(772) 581-0016
What hospitals are Dr. Blecker affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Blecker has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 30 reviews
Office Experience
95% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
95% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
78% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
94% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Edgar Blecker an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Blecker has been rated and reviewed by 30 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Blecker, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
American College of Physicians
Professional Member
American Medical Association
Professional Member
What is Dr. Blecker's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blecker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952388100.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blecker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blecker
What is Dr. Edgar Blecker's specialty?
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.