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Dr. Barbara Blankenship, MD

Walla Walla, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Blankenship, Diagnostic Radiologist in Walla Walla, WA?

    Dr. Barbara Blankenship, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Walla Walla, WA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Blankenship completed her residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Diagnostic Radiology. Dr. Blankenship is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blankenship’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blankenship’s office at (509) 525-3720.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Diagnostic Radiology

    Is Dr. Blankenship board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Barbara Blankenship, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Blankenship speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Blankenship typically treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, 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 here.

    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:

    • Prenatal Care for Normal Pregnancy
    • Prenatal Care
    • Routine Pregnancy Check-ups
    • Maternity Care
    • Normal Pregnancy Supervision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3490: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, unspecified trimester

    Also known as:

    • Asymptomatic Menopause
    • Menopause
    • Menopausal Transition
    • Postmenopause
    • Change of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
    • Mammography
    • Inconclusive mammogram
    • Unclear breast scan results
    • Abnormal breast scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Blankenship typically perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Blankenship 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. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
    • Breast Biopsy
    • Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
    • Breast Tissue Sample
    • Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip

    CPT Codes:

    • 19083: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Ultrasound
    • FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
    • Image-Guided Biopsy
    • Fine Needle Aspiration
    • First Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Arthrography Injection
    • Diagnostic Imaging
    • Shoulder MRI Injection
    • Shoulder CT Injection
    • Joint Injection for Imaging
    • Contrast Injection for Shoulder Scan

    CPT Codes:

    • 23350: Injection procedure for shoulder arthrography or enhanced CT/MRI shoulder arthrography

    Does Dr. Blankenship accept my insurance?

    Dr. Blankenship accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (509) 525-3720 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Blankenship accept in Walla Walla, WA?

    Dr. Blankenship in Walla Walla, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • First Administrators

    • First Choice Health Network

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Washington

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Blankenship's office located?

    Dr. Barbara Blankenship's Primary Practice

    55 W Tietan St

    Walla Walla, WA 99362

    (509) 525-3720

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    Dr. Barbara Blankenship's Practice 2

    3810 Plaza Way

    Kennewick, WA 99338

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    What is Dr. Blankenship's NPI number?An 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 1356305262.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blankenship?

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

    What is Dr. Barbara Blankenship's specialty?

    Dr. Blankenship is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Walla Walla, WA.

    What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?

    A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.

    Is this Dr. Barbara Blankenship affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Blankenship is affiliated with Trios Southridge Hospital, Kadlec Regional Medical Center 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 Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Diagnostic Radiologist. Explore 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 Barbara Blankenship accepting new patients in Walla Walla, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Barbara Blankenship is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Barbara Blankenship offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Blankenship's office at (509) 525-3720 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Barbara Blankenship?

    Please contact Dr. Blankenship's office at (509) 525-3720 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Barbara Blankenship have?

    Dr. Barbara Blankenship is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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