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Dr. Linda Bloom, MD

West Reading, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bloom, Pediatrician in West Reading, PA?

    Dr. Linda Bloom, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in West Reading, PA. Dr. Bloom is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bloom’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bloom’s office at (610) 988-5455.

    What languages does Dr. Bloom speak?

    Dr. Bloom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Bloom typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Bloom 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. Bloom. 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:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attack
    • Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma Exacerbation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
    • Acute respiratory failure
    • ARDS
    • Severe breathing distress

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0603: Acute respiratory distress

    Also known as:

    • Bilirubin Metabolism Disorder
    • Metabolic Disorder
    • Dubin-Johnson syndrome
    • Gilbert's syndrome
    • Jaundice cause

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E806: Other disorders of bilirubin metabolism

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Bloom typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Linda Bloom may include:

    Please contact Dr. Bloom's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Bloom accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bloom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 988-5455 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bloom accept in West Reading, PA?

    Dr. Bloom in West Reading, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • Risant Health

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Bloom's office located?

    Dr. Linda Bloom's Primary Practice

    420 S 5th Ave

    West Reading, PA 19611

    (610) 988-5455

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    What is Dr. Bloom's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Bloom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861655995.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bloom?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bloom

    What is Dr. Linda Bloom's specialty?

    Dr. Bloom is a Pediatrician near West Reading, PA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is this Dr. Linda Bloom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bloom is affiliated with Reading Hospital Tower Health, Pottstown Hospital, Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Linda Bloom accepting new patients in West Reading, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Linda Bloom is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Linda Bloom offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bloom's office at (610) 988-5455 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Linda Bloom?

    Please contact Dr. Bloom's office at (610) 988-5455 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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