Dr. Zalmen Blanck, MD
San Antonio, TX
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blanck, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Zalmen Blanck, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Blanck completed his residency at Sinai Samaritan Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases Baylor Coll Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases Sinai Samaritan Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Blanck is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blanck’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blanck’s office at (210) 281-9800.
Where did Dr. Blanck go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Sinai Samaritan Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases Baylor Coll Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases Sinai Samaritan Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Aurora Sinai Medical Center | Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: University Nacl Auto De Mexico, Fac De Med, Mexico Df, Mexico
Is Dr. Blanck board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Zalmen Blanck, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Blanck speak?
Dr. Blanck and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
Spanish
What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Blanck typically treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Blanck 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. Blanck. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Heart Palpitations
- Slow Heart Rate
- Fast Heartbeat
- Complete Heart Block
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- SVT
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Rapid Heart Rate
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- R002: Palpitations
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I471: Supraventricular tachycardia
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Blanck typically perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Blanck performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Blanck. 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:
- Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
- Permanent Pacemaker Placement
- Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
- Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
Also known as:
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
- Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
- Under-Skin Heart Monitor
- Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
- Pacemaker Generator Exchange
- Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
- Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
Also known as:
- Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
- Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
- LV Lead Insertion
- Pacemaker Upgrade Lead
CPT Codes:
- 33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Placement
- ICD insertion
- Permanent defibrillator implant
- Heart defibrillator replacement
- Transvenous defibrillator system
CPT Codes:
- 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber
Also known as:
- Ventricular Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
- Permanent Pacemaker Implantation
- Transvenous Pacemaker Placement
- Heart Pacemaker Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33207: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); ventricular
Also known as:
- Removal of Implantable Heart Monitor
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Monitor Removal
- Loop Recorder Removal
- Implantable Loop Recorder Excision
CPT Codes:
- 33286: Removal, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor
Does Dr. Blanck accept my insurance?
Dr. Blanck accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 281-9800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blanck accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Blanck in San Antonio, TX 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)
Devoted Health
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Blanck's office located?
Dr. Zalmen Blanck's Primary Practice
4411 Medical Dr Ste 300
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 281-9800
What is Dr. Blanck's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blanck's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912976481.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blanck?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blanck
What is Dr. Zalmen Blanck's specialty?
Dr. Blanck is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near San Antonio, TX.
What does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist do?
A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments.
Is this Dr. Zalmen Blanck affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blanck is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - San Antonio 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
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Is Zalmen Blanck accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Zalmen Blanck is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zalmen Blanck offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blanck's office at (210) 281-9800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zalmen Blanck?
Please contact Dr. Blanck's office at (210) 281-9800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Zalmen Blanck have?
Dr. Zalmen Blanck is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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