Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blankenship, Interventional Cardiologist in Albuquerque, NM?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Blankenship?
Dr. James Blankenship, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Interventional Cardiologist 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. Blankenship empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Interventional Cardiology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Albuquerque, NM community, Dr. Blankenship is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Blankenship go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: U. of Michigan Hospitals and Health Centers - Cardiology
Residency: Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Internal Medicine | University of Michigan Affiliated Hospitals
Is Dr. Blankenship board certified as an Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. James Blankenship, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 1987, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1999
What languages does Dr. Blankenship speak?
Dr. Blankenship and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Blankenship typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Blankenship 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. Blankenship. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Patent Foramen Ovale
- Congenital Heart Defects
- PFO
- Open Foramen Ovale
- Hole in Heart (PFO)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q2112: Patent foramen ovale
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Blankenship typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. James Blankenship may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
Please contact Dr. Blankenship's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Blankenship accept my insurance?
Dr. Blankenship accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 271-6523 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blankenship accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Blankenship in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
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Where is Dr. Blankenship's office located?
Dr. James Blankenship's Primary Practice
2211 Lomas Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(570) 271-6523
What hospitals are Dr. Blankenship affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Blankenship has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Blankenship's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blankenship's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386619575.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blankenship?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blankenship