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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blackburn, Family Medicine Specialist in Hoover, AL?
Dr. Vance Blackburn, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hoover, AL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Blackburn graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at Dch Reg Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Blackburn is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blackburn’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blackburn’s office at (205) 980-9944.
Where did Dr. Blackburn go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Dch Reg Med Ctr, Family Medicine | DCH REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine
Is Dr. Blackburn board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Vance Blackburn, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Blackburn speak?
Dr. Blackburn and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Blackburn typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Blackburn 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. Blackburn. 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:
- 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
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Blackburn typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Vance Blackburn may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Blackburn's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Blackburn accept my insurance?
Dr. Blackburn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 980-9944 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blackburn accept in Hoover, AL?
Dr. Blackburn in Hoover, AL 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 Louisiana
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Blackburn's office located?
Dr. Vance Blackburn's Primary Practice
2520 Valleydale Rd
Hoover, AL 35244
(205) 980-9944
What is Dr. Blackburn's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blackburn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720068463.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blackburn?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blackburn
What is Dr. Vance Blackburn's specialty?
Dr. Blackburn is a Family Medicine Specialist near Hoover, AL.
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. Vance Blackburn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blackburn is affiliated with Uab 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vance Blackburn accepting new patients in Hoover, AL?
Yes, Dr. Vance Blackburn is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vance Blackburn offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blackburn's office at (205) 980-9944 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vance Blackburn?
Please contact Dr. Blackburn's office at (205) 980-9944 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vance Blackburn have?
Dr. Vance Blackburn is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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