Summary

Dr. Walker Blanding specializes in thoracic surgery, cardiovascular surgery, and transplant surgery. They earned their medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and brings seven years of experience to their practice. Dr. Blanding provides care in English for patients requiring complex surgical procedures.

Dr. Blanding practices at MUSC Health Cardiothoracic Surgery in Charleston, South Carolina. They focus on advanced surgical treatments for conditions affecting the heart, lungs, and chest. Their expertise encompasses procedures involving organ transplantation and cardiovascular interventions that help patients with serious heart and lung conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 7 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine
  • 3 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location

Office Location

MUSC Health Cardiothoracic Surgery at Ashley River Tower

25 Courtenay Dr 1st FloorCharleston, SC 29425

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7 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 53 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Charleston , SCCharleston , SCCharleston , SCBluffton , SC
Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine Med School: Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine Bradenton Campus Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Walker Blanding

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Absolute Total Care (NEIC)
  • Absolute Total Care Healthy Connections Prime Dual Medicare/Medicaid Plan
  • Aetna (Managed Choice)
  • Aetna (Open Choice)
  • Aetna (Preferred Provider Organization)
  • AllWell by Absolute Total Care
  • Ambetter from Absolute Total Care\xa0(Marketplace)
  • BCBS Blue Essentials\xa0(Marketplace)
  • Blue Choice Blue Option\xa0(Marketplace)
  • Blue Choice Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Choice HealthCare (Group Health Plan)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal (FEP)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Planned Administrators
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Preferred Blue (PPC)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield State Health Plan for South Carolina
  • Cigna
  • Clover Health
  • Coventry
  • Employers Health Network (EHN)
  • First Choice VIP Care Plus Healthy Connections Prime Dual Medicare/Medicaid Plan
  • First Choice/Select Health (NEIC)
  • First Health
  • Great West Healthcare (Part of Cigna now)
  • Humana Healthy Horizons (through March 31 2025)
  • Medcost
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthy Connections Prime Dual Medicare/Medicaid Plan
  • Tricare
  • United HealthCare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Walker Blanding has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Walker Blanding has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery
  • Thoracic Surgeon
  • Transplant Surgeon

Certifications, License, & Education

7 Years Experience

Walker Blanding holds an active medical license in the state of South Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of South Carolina that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine in 2019.

NPI Number

Walker Blanding's NPI number is 1477112407.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Walker Blanding speak?
Walker Blanding speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Walker Blanding?
You can find contact information for Walker Blanding here on Vitals.
Does Walker Blanding accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Walker Blanding has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Walker Blanding's office located?
Walker Blanding's office is located at 25 Courtenay Dr 1st Floor, Charleston, SC, 29425.
Does Walker Blanding accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Walker Blanding accepts on their Vitals profile.

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