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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blum, Nephrologist in Madison, WI?
Dr. Matthew Blum is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Madison, WI with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Blum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blum’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blum’s office at (608) 263-6400.
What languages does Dr. Blum speak?
Dr. Blum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Blum typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Blum 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. Blum. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- High Blood Pressure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Blum typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Matthew Blum may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Blum's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Blum accept my insurance?
Dr. Blum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (608) 263-6400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blum accept in Madison, WI?
Dr. Blum in Madison, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Marshfield Clinic Health System
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Wisconsin
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Blum's office located?
What is Dr. Blum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558892372.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blum
What is Dr. Matthew Blum's specialty?
Dr. Blum is a Nephrologist near Madison, WI.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Matthew Blum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blum is affiliated with Uw Health University Hospital, Fort Memorial Hospital, Southwest Health Center, Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital, Thedacare Regional Medical Center-Neenah, Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Matthew Blum accepting new patients in Madison, WI?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Blum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Blum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blum's office at (608) 263-6400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Blum?
Please contact Dr. Blum's office at (608) 263-6400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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