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Dr. Griffith Blackmon, MD

Tacoma, WA

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Blackmon, Critical Care Internist in Tacoma, WA?

    Dr. Griffith Blackmon, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Preventative Medicine. Dr. Blackmon completed his residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Univ Of Wa Sch Pub Hlth, Occupational Medicine; Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Blackmon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blackmon’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blackmon’s office at (360) 479-8022.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Univ Of Wa Sch Pub Hlth, Occupational Medicine; Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine

    Is Dr. Blackmon board certified in Critical Care Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Griffith Blackmon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Preventative Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Blackmon speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Blackmon treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Blackmon 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. Blackmon. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Which procedures does Dr. Blackmon perform as a Critical Care Internist?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Griffith Blackmon may include:

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

    Does Dr. Blackmon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Blackmon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 479-8022 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Blackmon accept in Tacoma, WA?

    Dr. Blackmon in Tacoma, WA 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • Express Scripts

    • First Administrators

    • First Choice Health Network

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina

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    Where is Dr. Blackmon's office located?

    Dr. Griffith Blackmon's Primary Practice

    1812 S J St Ste 120

    Tacoma, WA 98405

    (360) 479-8022

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    Dr. Griffith Blackmon's Practice 2

    19917 7th Ave NE Ste 210

    Poulsbo, WA 98370

    (360) 479-8022

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    Dr. Griffith Blackmon's Practice 3

    8804 Madison Ave N Ste 210

    Bainbridge Island, WA 98110

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

    Dr. Blackmon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609836824.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blackmon?

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

    What is Dr. Griffith Blackmon's specialty?

    Dr. Blackmon is a Critical Care Internist near Tacoma, WA. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Blackmon to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Griffith Blackmon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Blackmon is affiliated with St. Michael Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?

    Explore Critical Care Internist with 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 Griffith Blackmon accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Griffith Blackmon is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Griffith Blackmon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Blackmon's office at (360) 479-8022 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Griffith Blackmon?

    Please contact Dr. Blackmon's office at (360) 479-8022 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Griffith Blackmon have?

    Dr. Griffith Blackmon is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Preventative Medicine.

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