Summary

Dr. Rafael Blanco is an oncology specialist who earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. He completed his residency training at the University of South Florida College of Medicine in both internal medicine and medical oncology, providing him with comprehensive expertise in cancer care. With five decades of experience treating patients, Dr. Blanco holds certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He provides care in English.

Dr. Blanco practices at Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute locations throughout Tampa, Florida, and maintains an affiliation with Saint Joseph's Children's Hospital. He specializes in treating patients with iron deficiency anemia, colorectal cancer, and lung cancer. His expertise includes performing complete blood counts, white blood cell differential tests, and general blood work to help diagnose and monitor various conditions. Patients rate Dr. Blanco 3.6 out of 5 stars on average.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.6
  • 50 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Medical Oncology; Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner

Office Locations

Rafael W. Blanco has 2 locations

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute

3402 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr BlvdTampa, FL 33607
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute

3000 Medical Park Dr Ste 250Tampa, FL 33613
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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OncologyOncologyOncologyOncology
Accepts New Patients
3.6 
50 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Tampa , FLTampa , FLBRANDON , FLTampa , FL
Med School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Rafael W. Blanco

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - POS
  • America's 1st Choice
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Devoted Health - PPO
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Freedom Health
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optimum HealthCare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Rafael W. Blanco has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Rafael W. Blanco has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blood Cancer
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Breast Cancer
  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Chronic B-Cell Lymphocytic Leukemia
  • Leukemia
  • Lung Cancer
  • Lymphoma
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

Rafael W. Blanco holds an expired medical license in the state of Florida. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Florida that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Medical Oncology; Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La in 1976.

NPI Number

Rafael W. Blanco's NPI number is 1164474615.

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Rafael W. Blanco is affiliated with Saint Josephs Childrens Hospital.
Where is Rafael W. Blanco's office located?
Rafael W. Blanco's office is located at 3402 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33607.
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