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Dr. Richard Blankenbaker Jr, MD

Dr. Richard Blankenbaker Jr, MD

Cardiology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Blankenbaker Jr, MD is a cardiologist in Newport Beach, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Blankenbaker Jr has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from Medical University of South Carolina in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities Hoag Hospital Newport Beach and San Juan Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 5 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

520 Superior Ave Ste 325 Newport Beach, CA 92663
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Dr. Blankenbaker Jr's Reviews

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Dr. Blankenbaker is an excellent physician who listens and cares. He’s highly professional and immediately addresses issues with whatever problems or concerns I may be experiencing with my heart. He asks follow up questions and allows you to respond. He doesn’t make you feel silly asking questions as unimportant as they may seem to you at the moment. I highly recommend him and feel that he is a good Cardiologist with a good staff at his office, as well.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 08, 2022
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Excellent doctor who listens and cares.
No wait time. Good staff.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sally – Aug 10, 2022
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Thoughtful, up-to-date, helpful, expert cardiologist. Pays attention to details, communicates well with patients and other MDs. Excellent. Only negative: extremely frustrating process to be “accepted” as a new patient.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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BNL – Sep 15, 2020
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Dr. Blakenbaker is fabulous! He is patient, kind and willing to answer questions and give explanations making you feel that he really cares. Dr. Blakenbaker is focused, thorough and compassionate at all times. I am thrilled to have found him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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S. J. – Apr 15, 2020
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Dr. Blankenbaker is an amazing physician. He listens to my concerns, follows up on all of my medications and even offers advice on peripherally related issues. I can't recommend him highly enough.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Ellen Weinstein – Apr 08, 2020
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I am very satisfied with my experience at this office. The doctor takes time to be sure all questions are answered. Staff are friendly and helpful.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 24, 2020
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Low key, soft spoken doctor who listens to your concerns and issues. Office staff is nice and easy to work with.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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Newport Beach – Jan 28, 2018
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Dr. Richard Blankenbaker Jr, MD is a cardiologist in Newport Beach, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Blankenbaker Jr has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from Medical University...read more

  • Cardiology

  • Interventional Cardiology

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  • Medical University Of South Carolina

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Cardiovascular Disease
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Interventional Cardiology
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    Locations

    Practice

    Office520 Superior Ave Ste 325 Newport Beach, CA 92663
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    Practice

    San Juan Regional Heart Care407 S Schwartz Ave Ste 202 Farmington, NM 87401
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    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Sat: closed
      • Sun: closed
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Hoag Hospital Newport Beach

      1 Hoag Dr
      Newport Beach, CA 92663
      Recipient of 8
      hospital awards

      Cardiac Surgery Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery

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

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      82%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      17% higher than the national average

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    • San Juan Regional Medical Center

      801 W Maple St
      Farmington, NM 87401

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

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      73%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% lower than the national average

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