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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blando, Family Medicine Specialist in Poway, CA?
Dr. Ellen Blando, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Poway, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Blando graduated from Emilio Aguinaldo College School of Medicine and completed her residency at Flower Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Blando is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blando’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blando’s office at (760) 789-5160.
Where did Dr. Blando go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Flower Hosp, Family Medicine | Flower Fam Prac Assoc | Flower Hospital Program
Medical School: De La Salle Univ - Dasmarinas, Phillippines | Emilio Aguinaldo Educational Corp College Of Medicine, Emilio Aguinaldo College | Emilio Aguinaldo College School of Medicine
Is Dr. Blando board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ellen Blando, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Blando speak?
Dr. Blando and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Blando typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Blando 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. Blando. 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 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Blando typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ellen Blando may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Blando's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Blando accept my insurance?
Dr. Blando accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 789-5160 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blando accept in Poway, CA?
Dr. Blando in Poway, CA 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 Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Sharp HealthCare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Blando's office located?
Dr. Ellen Blando's Primary Practice
15611 Pomerado Rd Ste 400
Poway, CA 92064
(760) 789-5160
What is Dr. Blando's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blando's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396711644.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blando?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blando
What is Dr. Ellen Blando's specialty?
Dr. Blando is a Family Medicine Specialist near Poway, CA.
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. Ellen Blando affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blando is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Palomar Medical Center Poway, Sharp Memorial 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
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Is Ellen Blando accepting new patients in Poway, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ellen Blando is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ellen Blando offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blando's office at (760) 789-5160 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ellen Blando?
Please contact Dr. Blando's office at (760) 789-5160 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ellen Blando have?
Dr. Ellen Blando is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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