22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Blanco, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Ernesto Blanco, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Blanco completed his residency at Stony Brook University Medical Center and Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Blanco is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blanco’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blanco’s office at (954) 217-5700.
Where did Dr. Blanco go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: PEDIATRIC ENDOCRINOLOGY, SUNY at Stony Brook, Stony Brook, NY
Residency: Stony Brook University Medical Center and Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Central University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine
Is Dr. Blanco board certified in Pediatric Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Ernesto Blanco, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Blanco speak?
Dr. Blanco and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Blanco treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Blanco 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. Blanco. 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:
- Short Stature in Children
- Short Stature from Endocrine Disorder
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Child Growth Problems
- Dwarfism
- Growth Retardation
- Endocrine dwarfism
- Hormone-related short height
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6252: Short stature (child)
- E3430: Short stature due to endocrine disorder, unspecified
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Abnormal Thyroid Function Test Results
- Thyroid Disease
- Unusual thyroid test results
- Irregular thyroid function
- Thyroid hormone levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R946: Abnormal results of thyroid function studies
Also known as:
- Early Puberty
- Puberty
- Central precocious puberty
- Precocious puberty
- Puberty at a young age
ICD-10 Codes:
- E301: Precocious puberty
Also known as:
- Underactive Pituitary Gland
- Overactive Pituitary Gland
- Pituitary Disorder
- Combined pituitary hormone deficiency
- Isolated growth hormone deficiency
- Hypopituitarism
- Pituitary Hormone Deficiency
- Low Pituitary Function
- Pituitary Hyperfunction
- Excess Pituitary Hormone
- Hyperpituitarism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E230: Hypopituitarism
- E228: Other hyperfunction of pituitary gland
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- High blood glucose
- Low blood glucose
- Glucose intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7309: Other abnormal glucose
Also known as:
- Metabolic Syndrome
- Metabolic Disorder
- Insulin Resistance Syndrome
- Syndrome X
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8881: Metabolic syndrome and other insulin resistance
- E88810: Metabolic syndrome
Also known as:
- Acanthosis Nigricans
- Skin Pigmentation Disorder
- AN
- Dark Skin Patches
- Thickened Dark Skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- L83: Acanthosis nigricans
Also known as:
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- PCOS
- Stein-Leventhal Syndrome
- Polycystic Ovaries
ICD-10 Codes:
- E282: Polycystic ovarian syndrome
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:
- Hashimoto's Disease
- Thyroid Disease
- Hashimoto's disease
- Autoimmune thyroiditis', 'Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis', 'Hashimoto's thyroiditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis
Also known as:
- Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adrenal Gland Overactivity
- Adrenal Gland Disorder
- Adrenocortical Hyperfunction
- Excess Adrenal Hormones
- Adrenal Hyperactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E270: Other adrenocortical overactivity
Also known as:
- Irregular Periods
- Menstruation
- Oligomenorrhea
- Abnormal Menstrual Cycle
ICD-10 Codes:
- N926: Irregular menstruation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar risk
- Borderline diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E88819: Insulin resistance, unspecified
Also known as:
- Congenital Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Underactive Thyroid at Birth
- Neonatal Hypothyroidism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E031: Congenital hypothyroidism without goiter
Which procedures does Dr. Blanco perform as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ernesto Blanco may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Blanco's office.
Does Dr. Blanco accept my insurance?
Dr. Blanco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 217-5700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blanco accept in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Blanco in Fort Lauderdale, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Florida Community Care
Humana
Other Health Care Provider
State of Florida
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Blanco's office located?
Dr. Ernesto Blanco's Primary Practice
1625 SE 3rd Ave Ste 200
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
(954) 217-5700
Dr. Ernesto Blanco's Practice 3
789 S Federal Hwy Ste 106
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
(954) 764-0921
What is Dr. Blanco's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blanco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316902430.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blanco?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blanco
What is Dr. Ernesto Blanco's specialty?
Dr. Blanco is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Fort Lauderdale, FL. A pediatrician specializing in the care of infants, children, and adolescents with diseases caused by abnormalities in the endocrine glands, which produce hormones. This includes conditions such as diabetes mellitus, growth failure, atypical body size for age, early or delayed puberty, congenital abnormalities, and disorders affecting the thyroid, adrenal, and pituitary glands, as well as the genital region. Contact Dr. Blanco to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ernesto Blanco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Blanco is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Ernesto Blanco accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Yes, Dr. Ernesto Blanco is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ernesto Blanco offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blanco's office at (954) 217-5700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ernesto Blanco?
Please contact Dr. Blanco's office at (954) 217-5700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ernesto Blanco have?
Dr. Ernesto Blanco is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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