Dr. Alan Blaker, MD

Interventional Cardiology*MaleAge 65

Interventional Cardiology*

Dr. Alan Blaker, MD is an interventional cardiology specialist in Florence, SC and has over 39 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1984. He specializes in Interventional Cardiology and Cardiology.

Dr. Alan Blaker, MD

Mcleod Cardiology

101 William H Johnson St Ste 600 Florence, SC 29506

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(843) 667-1891

Dr. Blaker accepts the following insurance:

Aetna
Ambetter
Superior Health Plan
American Republic
Anthem
National (BlueCard) PPO
AvMed
Open Access
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Buckeye Community Health Plan
Medicare
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First Health
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HealthSmart
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MedCost
Midwest Health Plan
Medicaid
MultiPlan
MultiPlan PPO
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Frequently Treated by Dr. Blaker

Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Blaker treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Blaker treats other conditions, please contact the office at (843) 667-1891.

Adult Congenital Heart Conditions

Adult congenital cardiac disorder specialists diagnose and treat heart disorders, such as arrythmias and mitral valve disease, that have been present from birth to adulthood.Compare with other Adult Congenital Heart Conditions specialists.

Dr. Blaker treats at a

very high

frequency compared to similar providers

Based on claims data for 7 conditions and procedures

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Aortic Valve Disease
Arrhythmias
Mitral Valve Disease
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
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Heart Conditions

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Dr. Blaker treats at a

high

frequency compared to similar providers

Based on claims data for 23 conditions and procedures

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Chronic Congestive Heart Failure
Congestive Heart Failure
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Cardiomegaly
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Dr. Blaker's conditions and procedures:

  • Hypertensive Heart and Chronic Kidney Disease
  • Hyperlipidemia
  • Chronic Congestive Heart Failure
  • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)
  • Acute Congestive Heart Failure
  • Acute Coronary Syndrome
  • Acute Endocarditis
  • Aneurysm
  • Aneurysm and Dissection of Heart
  • Angina
  • Aortic Aneurysm
  • Aortic Dissection
  • Aortic Ectasia
  • Aortic Stenosis
  • Aortic Valve Disease
  • Aortic Valve Regurgitation
  • Arrhythmias
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Atherosclerosis of Aorta
  • Atrial Fibrillation
  • Atrial Flutter
  • Atrial Septal Defect
  • Atypical Atrial Flutter
  • Cardiomegaly
  • Cardiomyopathy
  • Cardiomyopathy, Dilated
  • Cardiomyopathy, Hypertrophic
  • Carotid Artery Disease
  • Chest Pain
  • Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
  • Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension)
  • Chronic Venous Embolism Thrombosis
  • Congenital Heart Defects
  • Congenital Heart Disease
  • Congestive Heart Failure
  • Coronary Artery Aneurysm
  • Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
  • Endocarditis
  • First Degree Heart Block
  • Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Disease
  • Heart Murmur
  • Heart Palpitations
  • Hyperkalemia
  • Hypertension
  • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
  • Hypertensive Heart Disease
  • Hypertensive Heart with Failure
  • Hypertensive Heart without Failure
  • Hypokalemia
  • Hypotension
  • Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
  • Infective Endocarditis
  • Limb Swelling
  • Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
  • Lipid Disorders
  • Long QT Syndrome
  • Mitral and Aortic Valve Disorder
  • Mitral Valve Disease
  • Mitral Valve Prolapse
  • Mitral Valve Regurgitation
  • Mitral Valve Stenosis
  • Noninfective Endocarditis
  • Nonrheumatic Tricuspid Disease
  • Orthostatic Hypotension
  • Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
  • Patent Ductus Arteriosus
  • Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO)
  • Pericardial Disease
  • Pericarditis
  • Peripheral Arterial Disease of Extremities
  • Peripheral Edema
  • Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
  • Potassium Deficiency
  • Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
  • Prinzmetal Angina
  • Pulmonary Edema
  • Pulmonary Hypertension
  • Pulmonary Valve Disease
  • Rheumatic Aortic Valve Disorders
  • Rheumatic Tricuspid Disease
  • Second Degree Heart Block
  • Septal Defect
  • Sick Sinus Syndrome
  • Sinus Bradycardia
  • Sinus Tachycardia
  • Subacute Endocarditis
  • Supraventricular Tachycardia
  • Syncope
  • Systolic Heart Failure
  • Third Degree Heart Block
  • Tricuspid Valve Disease
  • Type 2 Heart Block - Mobitz
  • Typical Atrial Flutter
  • Ventricular Fibrillation
  • Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
  • Vitamin D Deficiency
  • Wolff-Parkinson-White Pattern
  • Aortic Valve Surgery
  • Arrhythmia Screening
  • Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation
  • Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
  • Cardiac Catheterization with Robotic Assist
  • Cardiac Imaging
  • Cardiac Myocardial Perfusion Imaging
  • Cardiac Ultrasound
  • Cardiovascular Diagnostic Test
  • Cardiovascular Stress Test
  • Cardioversion
  • Cardioversion, Elective
  • Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
  • Chest Pain Evaluation
  • Cholesterol Screening
  • Coronary Angiogram
  • Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy and Stent
  • Dobutamine Thallium Stress Test
  • Electrocardiogram (EKG)
  • HeartAware Online Risk Screening
  • Impella Device
  • Insertion of Epicardial Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
  • Insertion of Left Ventricular Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
  • Mitral Valve Surgery
  • Nuclear Stress Testing
  • Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
  • Peripheral Arterial Disease Screening (PAD)
  • Pharmacologic Nuclear Stress Test
  • Stress Test
  • Structural Heart Disease Evaluations and Treatment
  • TCD Bubble Test
  • Thoracentesis
  • Tilt Table Testing
  • Tilt_Testing
  • Treadmill Stress Test
  • Tricuspid Valve Surgery
  • Vascular Duplex Ultrasonography and Plethysmography

About Me

Biography

Dr. Alan Blaker, MD is an interventional cardiology specialist in Florence, SC and has over 39 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from...Read more

Specialties

  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Cardiology

Board Certifications

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine

University of Miami Hospital

Fellowship Hospital, 1990

University of Maryland School of Medicine

Medical School, 1984

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What are Dr. Alan Blaker, MD's top areas of expertise?

Dr. Alan Blaker, MD specializes in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions and Heart Conditions. See more on Healthgrades.

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Dr. Blaker's office is located at 101 William H Johnson St Ste 600, Florence, SC 29506. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

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McLeod Regional Medical Center

555 E Cheves St
Florence, SC 29506

How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

85%
Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

1% higher than the national average

79%
Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

2% lower than the national average

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10 E Hospital St
Manning, SC 29102
Recipient of 3
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Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

91%
Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

7% higher than the national average

88%
Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

7% higher than the national average

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Mcleod Health Cheraw

711 Chesterfield Hwy
Cheraw, SC 29520

How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

89%
Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

8% higher than the national average

88%
Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

4% higher than the national average

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