Summary

Dr. Gary Blanchard is a family medicine and internal medicine physician who brings over four decades of medical expertise to his practice in Louisiana. He earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport and completed his residency training at Forest Park Hospital. With 46 years of dedicated service to patients, Dr. Blanchard has developed extensive experience in comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages. He provides care in English to ensure clear communication with his patients.

Dr. Blanchard practices at multiple locations throughout Opelousas, Louisiana, including Opelousas General Health System and its South Campus, as well as Blanchard And Deblanc Mds Medical Group. His clinical expertise includes treating respiratory conditions such as bronchitis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). He also specializes in managing chronic lung disease, providing ongoing care to help patients breathe easier and maintain their quality of life.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 46 years of experience
  • 17 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Forest Park Hospital
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Gary Wayne Blanchard has 3 locations

Blanchard And Deblanc Mds Medical Group

1270 Attakapas Dr Ste 502Opelousas, LA 70570
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 11:30 am
SatClosed
SunClosed

Opelousas General Health System

539 E Prudhomme StOpelousas, LA 70570

Opelousas General Health System South Campus

3983 I 49 S Service RdOpelousas, LA 70570

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Dr. Gary Wayne Blanchard, MDTrina Ortego, FNP-CDr. Eldridge Burns, MDErika Navarro, FNP-C, ENP-C
Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
46 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Opelousas , LAOpelousas , LALafayette , LASugar Land , TX
Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport Med School: Georgetown University, Washington, DC
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gary Wayne Blanchard

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana - POS
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Peoples Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Gary Wayne Blanchard has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Gary Wayne Blanchard has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Internal Medicine
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Forest Park Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport in 1980.

NPI Number

Dr. Blanchard's NPI number is 1134123706.

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Dr. Gary Blanchard speaks English.
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Dr. Gary Blanchard is affiliated with Opelousas General Health System.
Where is Dr. Gary Blanchard's office located?
Dr. Gary Blanchard's office is located at 1270 Attakapas Dr Ste 502, Opelousas, LA, 70570.

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