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Dr. Edison Blanco, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Bay Shore, NY

43 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Blanco, Family Medicine Specialist in Bay Shore, NY?

    Dr. Edison Blanco, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bay Shore, NY. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Blanco graduated from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogot· Facultad de Medicina and completed his residency at Jamaica Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Blanco is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blanco’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blanco’s office at (631) 969-7875.

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

    • Residency: Jamaica Hosp, Family Medicine | Jamaica Hospital | Jamaica Hospital Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Pontificia Univ Javeriana, Fac De Med, Bogota, Colombia | Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogot· Facultad de Medicina

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

    Yes, Dr. Edison Blanco, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Blanco speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

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

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • HIV Counseling
    • HIV
    • HIV Support Services
    • AIDS Counseling
    • Sexual Health Counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z717: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] counseling

    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:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2900: Acute gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    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

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Edison Blanco may include:

    Please contact Dr. Blanco's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Blanco accept my insurance?

    Dr. Blanco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 969-7875 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Blanco accept in Bay Shore, NY?

    Dr. Blanco in Bay Shore, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Blanco's office located?

    Dr. Edison Blanco's Primary Practice

    16 Brentwood Rd

    Bay Shore, NY 11706

    (631) 969-7875

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

    Dr. Blanco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184633687.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blanco?

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

    What is Dr. Edison Blanco's specialty?

    Dr. Blanco is a Family Medicine Specialist near Bay Shore, NY.

    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 Dr. Edison Blanco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Blanco is affiliated with South Shore University Hospital, Peconic Bay Medical Center, Good Samaritan University Hospital - West Islip, Ny, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, North Shore University Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Dr. Edison Blanco accepting new patients in Bay Shore, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Edison Blanco is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Edison Blanco offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Blanco's office at (631) 969-7875 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Edison Blanco?

    Please contact Dr. Blanco's office at (631) 969-7875 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Blanco's office located?

    Dr. Blanco's office is located in Bay Shore, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Edison Blanco have?

    Dr. Edison Blanco is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.