Dr. Larry L. Blankenship

Name: Dr. Larry L. Blankenship
Specialty: Neurology 
Qualification/Board Certification: MD; Board certification not specified
Affiliation: Ascension St. Vincent Anderson, Community Hospital East
Locations: Anderson, Indiana
Languages Spoken: English
Accepting New Patients: Yes
NPI Number: 1407947807

About the Doctor

Dr. Larry L. Blankenship is a neurologist practicing in Anderson, Indiana, with over 21 years of experience. He received his medical degree from West Virginia University School of Medicine. Dr. Blankenship is affiliated with multiple hospitals, including Ascension St. Vincent Anderson and Community Hospital East – the latter is high‑performing in stroke care. He is an expert in six conditions, including Parkinson’s disease, sleep apnea, insomnia, Alzheimer’s disease, lower back pain, and epilepsy. He accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and major insurance plans such as Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross, and United Healthcare. Dr. Blankenship is accepting new patients for outpatient neurological care.

• Graduate of West Virginia University School of Medicine

• Over 21 years of clinical experience

• 2.3/5 patient rating (46 reviews); “Clearly Explains” award

• Expert in Parkinson’s disease, sleep apnea, insomnia, Alzheimer’s disease, lower back pain, and epilepsy

• Accepts new patients; accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross, United Healthcare, and Medicaid

Education & Training

Medical School – West Virginia University School of Medicine
Residency – Not specified
Fellowship/Additional Training – Not specified

Medical Conditions Treated

• Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders

• Sleep apnea and insomnia (sleep medicine)

• Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias

• Epilepsy and seizure disorders

• Lower back pain (neurological causes)

• Headache disorders (migraine, tension, cluster)

• Stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA)

• Multiple sclerosis

• Peripheral neuropathy

• Restless legs syndrome

Medical Procedures Performed

• Electroencephalogram (EEG) interpretation

• Sleep studies (polysomnography) interpretation

• Lumbar puncture (spinal tap)

• Nerve conduction studies and electromyography (EMG)

• Botulinum toxin injections for migraine or spasticity

• Management of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) for sleep apnea

• Cognitive and neurological examinations

• Interpretation of brain MRI and CT scans

• Medication management for epilepsy, Parkinson’s, and dementia

Services Offered

Dr. Larry L. Blankenship provides comprehensive neurological care for adults with disorders of the brain, nervous system, and sleep. His practice includes outpatient consultations for movement disorders (Parkinson’s), dementia (Alzheimer’s), epilepsy, headache, and sleep disorders such as sleep apnea and insomnia. He offers diagnostic testing including EEG, sleep studies, and lumbar puncture. Dr. Blankenship emphasizes clear communication with patients and families, though patient feedback indicates mixed experiences regarding accessibility and follow‑through. He coordinates care with primary care physicians, sleep medicine specialists, and physical therapists. He is accepting new patients; contact the office directly to schedule an appointment.

• Outpatient neurology consultations for memory loss, tremors, seizures, headaches, and sleep problems

• Diagnosis and management of Parkinson’s disease (medications, referral to movement disorders specialist)

• Alzheimer’s disease and dementia evaluation (cognitive testing, caregiver support)

• Epilepsy management (antiseizure medications, EEG monitoring)

• Sleep medicine services: evaluation of sleep apnea, insomnia, restless legs syndrome (home sleep testing, CPAP management)

• Headache treatment (preventive and acute medications, Botox for chronic migraine)

• Lumbar puncture for suspected meningitis, multiple sclerosis, or normal pressure hydrocephalus

• Interpretation of EEG and sleep study results

• Stroke prevention and post‑stroke care coordination

• Referral to physical, occupational, and speech therapy as needed

Accepted Insurances

• Aetna (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Cigna (PPO)

• CMS Medicare (Medicare)

• Elevance (EPO, HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• United Healthcare (HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, POS, PPO)

Practice Locations

Address: 1210 Medical Arts Blvd, Ste 114, Anderson, IN 
Phone: (765) 298-4545

Hospital Affiliations

• Ascension St. Vincent Anderson – Anderson, Indiana

• Community Hospital East – Indianapolis, Indiana