Dr. Elizabeth Blume, MD
Boston, MA
28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Blume, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Elizabeth Blume, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Blume graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Children's Hospital Boston. Dr. Blume is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blume’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blume’s office at (617) 355-6793.
Where did Dr. Blume go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Boston Children's Hospital, to - Boston, MA | Boston Children's Hospital, Fellow:Pediatric Cardiology
Residency: Children's Hospital Boston | Children's Hospital Boston | Children's Hospital Boston | Children's Hospital Program
Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Blume board certified in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Blume, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Blume speak?
Dr. Blume and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Blume treat?
As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Blume diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Blume. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Pulmonary Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky pulmonary valve
- Pulmonary regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I371: Nonrheumatic pulmonary valve insufficiency
Also known as:
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Restrictive Cardiomyopathy
- Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
- X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
- Familial restrictive cardiomyopathy
- Enlarged heart muscle
- DCM
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
- Stiff Heart Muscle
- RCM
ICD-10 Codes:
- I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
- I425: Other restrictive cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Heart Failure
- Diastolic Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Congestive heart failure
- Cardiac insufficiency
- Weak heart
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Worsening chronic heart failure
- Acute decompensated heart failure
- Sudden worsening heart failure
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction
- HFpEF
- Filling Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I501: Left ventricular failure, unspecified
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5043: Acute on chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5030: Unspecified diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Heart Chamber and Connection Birth Defect
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
- Congenital Cardiac Chamber Anomaly
- Heart Connection Malformation
- Structural Heart Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
- Q209: Congenital malformation of cardiac chambers and connections, unspecified
Also known as:
- Arrhythmia
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Chemistry
- Blood
- Irregular blood test results
- Unusual blood work
- Abnormal blood panel
ICD-10 Codes:
- R799: Abnormal finding of blood chemistry, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Blume perform as a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Elizabeth Blume may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Blume's office.
Does Dr. Blume accept my insurance?
Dr. Blume accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6793 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blume accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Blume in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
OptumRx
Point32Health
State of Connecticut
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Blume's office located?
What is Dr. Blume's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blume's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780675777.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blume?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blume
What is Dr. Elizabeth Blume's specialty?
Dr. Blume is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Boston, MA. Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure. Contact Dr. Blume to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Elizabeth Blume affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Blume is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Childrens Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
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Is Elizabeth Blume accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Blume is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Blume offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blume's office at (617) 355-6793 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Blume?
Please contact Dr. Blume's office at (617) 355-6793 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Elizabeth Blume have?
Dr. Elizabeth Blume is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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