Overview
Dr. Blanding is a heart and lung surgeon at MUSC. A lifetime South Carolinian and family member of heart and lung patients, he is first and foremost committed to getting his patients back home to their families to continue their lives. Having completed a 6 year cardiothoracic surgery residency, his practice includes the full breath of heart surgery including bypasses and valve repair/replacement. He also performs minimally invasive/robotic mitral valve surgery for patients wishing for a faster recovery. He has a specific interest in heart and lung transplantation as well as advances therapies for severe heart and lung diseases.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 18 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Accepted insurance plans:
- HMO
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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- EPO
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- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
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- INSURANCE PLAN
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- MEDICARE PDP
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
25 Courtenay Dr, 1st Floor, Charleston, SC 29425
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Walker Blanding
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Walker Blanding?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Walker Blanding by calling their office at 843-792-1952. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Does Dr. Walker Blanding accept my insurance?
Dr. Walker Blanding accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 843-792-1952 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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