He has received a 5.0 out of 5 star rating by his patients. Blue Cross Blue Shield Bronze, Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO, and Blue Cross Blue Shield Gold are among the insurance carriers that Dr. Blanton takes. He studied medicine at the University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine. Dr. Blanton's training includes a residency program at a hospital affiliated with Medical University of South Carolina. He has received the following distinction: Texas Rising Stars. He is professionally affiliated with the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB Health).