41 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blum, Cardiologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Richard Blum, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Blum completed his residency at Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Cardiac Electrophysiology; Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Boston City Hosp, Internal Medicine; Georgetown Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Blum is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blum’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blum’s office.
Where did Dr. Blum go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Harvard School of Public Health | Boston Med Center
Residency: Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Cardiac Electrophysiology; Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Boston City Hosp, Internal Medicine; Georgetown Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Boston Med Center
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Blum board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Blum, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Blum speak?
Dr. Blum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Blum typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, 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:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Blum typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Blum 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
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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blum accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Blum in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Community Health Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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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 1043310030.
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. Richard Blum's specialty?
Dr. Blum is a Cardiologist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Richard Blum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blum is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. 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 Richard Blum accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Blum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Blum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blum's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Blum?
Please contact Dr. Blum's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Blum have?
Dr. Richard Blum is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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