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Dr. Anthony Blalock, MD

Lafayette, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Blalock, Nephrologist in Lafayette, LA?

    Dr. Anthony Blalock, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Blalock completed his residency at La State Univ Sch Of Med, Nephrology; University Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Blalock is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blalock’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blalock’s office at (337) 981-5156.

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

    • Residency: La State Univ Sch Of Med, Nephrology; University Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La

    Is Dr. Blalock board certified in Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Anthony Blalock, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Blalock speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Blalock treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Blalock 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. Blalock. 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.

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 1
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease
    • CKD Stage 1
    • Early Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3
    • CKD
    • Long-Term Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
    • N181: Chronic kidney disease, stage 1
    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
    • N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease

    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:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • High Potassium
    • Fluid Overload
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Potassium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency
    • Hyperkalemia
    • Excess Potassium
    • Excess Fluid
    • Water Retention

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
    • E875: Hyperkalemia
    • E8770: Fluid overload, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Protein in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Proteinuria
    • Albuminuria
    • Foamy urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R809: Proteinuria, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Which procedures does Dr. Blalock perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Anthony Blalock may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Blalock's office.

    Does Dr. Blalock accept my insurance?

    Dr. Blalock accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 981-5156 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Blalock accept in Lafayette, LA?

    Dr. Blalock in Lafayette, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Blalock's office located?

    Dr. Anthony Blalock's Primary Practice

    4811 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy Fl 4

    Lafayette, LA 70508

    (337) 981-5156

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    Dr. Anthony Blalock's Practice 2

    2390 W Congress St

    Lafayette, LA 70506

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    Dr. Anthony Blalock's Practice 3

    1270 Attakapas Dr Ste 103

    Opelousas, LA 70570

    (337) 407-1777

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

    Dr. Blalock's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124037726.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blalock?

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

    What is Dr. Anthony Blalock's specialty?

    Dr. Blalock is a Nephrologist near Lafayette, LA. 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. Contact Dr. Blalock to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Anthony Blalock affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Blalock is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Opelousas General Health System-Main Campus, Abbeville General Hospital, Ochsner Acadia General Hospital, Ochsner American Legion Hospital, Ochsner University Hospital & Clinics 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

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    Is Anthony Blalock accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Anthony Blalock is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Anthony Blalock offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Blalock's office at (337) 981-5156 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Anthony Blalock?

    Please contact Dr. Blalock's office at (337) 981-5156 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Anthony Blalock have?

    Dr. Anthony Blalock is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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