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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blitz, Cardiologist in Morristown, NJ?
Dr. Lawrence Blitz, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Morristown, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years. Dr. Blitz graduated from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Pennsylvania Health System Program. Dr. Blitz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blitz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blitz’s office.
Where did Dr. Blitz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
Medical School: New York University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Blitz speak?
Dr. Blitz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Blitz typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Blitz 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. Blitz. 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.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Blitz typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Blitz performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Blitz. 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.
Also known as:
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
- Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
- Under-Skin Heart Monitor
- Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
Also known as:
- TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement)
- TAVI
- Percutaneous Aortic Valve Replacement
- Transfemoral Aortic Valve Replacement
- Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33361: Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR/TAVI) with prosthetic valve; percutaneous femoral artery approach
Does Dr. Blitz accept my insurance?
Dr. Blitz 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. Blitz accept in Morristown, NJ?
Dr. Blitz in Morristown, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Blitz's office located?
What is Dr. Blitz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275596389.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blitz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blitz
What is Dr. Lawrence Blitz's specialty?
Dr. Blitz is a Cardiologist near Morristown, NJ.
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. Lawrence Blitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blitz is affiliated with Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center 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
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Is Lawrence Blitz accepting new patients in Morristown, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence Blitz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lawrence Blitz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blitz's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lawrence Blitz?
Please contact Dr. Blitz's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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