Summary

Dr. Edison Blanco is a family medicine physician with five decades of experience caring for patients and families. He earned his medical degree from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogota Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency training at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center. His extensive 50-year career has given him deep expertise in comprehensive family care across all age groups. Dr. Blanco is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve diverse communities.

Dr. Blanco practices at Good Samaritan University Hospital and sees patients in Bay Shore and West Islip, NY. He has particular expertise in managing cholesterol problems in children and teenagers, as well as treating various lipid disorders and high cholesterol conditions in patients of all ages. His practice includes important preventive care services such as newborn pulse oximetry screening to check heart and lung function in babies. Dr. Blanco also incorporates physical therapy and strength training approaches into patient care plans. Patients have given him an average rating of 2.4 on Vitals.
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Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.4
  • 50 years of experience
  • 55 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. Edison Roque Blanco has 3 locations

Blanco Edison R Office

16 Brentwood RdBay Shore, NY 11706
Mon9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Sat8:00 am - 11:30 am
SunClosed

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Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
2.4 
50 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Bay Shore , NYEast Meadow , NYBronx , NYValley Stream , NY
Med School: Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogota Facultad De Medicina
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Edison Roque Blanco

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - IPA
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Group
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • GEHA
  • Hamaspik Choice
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • MagnaCare
  • MagnaCare - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • National Vision Administrators
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Oscar Health Insurance - PPO
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • The Hartford - Workers’ Compensation
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Federal Employees Program
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Edison Roque Blanco has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Edison Roque Blanco has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

Dr. Edison Roque Blanco holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogota Facultad De Medicina in 1976.

NPI Number

Dr. Blanco's NPI number is 1184633687.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Edison Blanco's office located?
Dr. Edison Blanco's office is located at 16 Brentwood Rd, Bay Shore, NY, 11706.
Which hospitals is Dr. Edison Blanco affiliated with?
Dr. Edison Blanco is affiliated with Good Samaritan University Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Edison Blanco speak?
Dr. Edison Blanco speaks Spanish and English.
Does Dr. Edison Blanco accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Edison Blanco accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Edison Blanco accepting new patients?
Dr. Edison Blanco is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Edison Blanco's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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