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Dr. Kevin Blythe, MD

Bethesda, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Blythe, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Bethesda, MD?

    Dr. Kevin Blythe, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bethesda, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Blythe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blythe’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blythe’s office at (281) 332-2511.

    What languages does Dr. Blythe speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Blythe treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Blythe 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. Blythe. 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Other Bacterial Infection
    • Bacterial Infection
    • Various Bacterial Diseases
    • Uncommon Bacterial Infections
    • Bacterial disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B9689: Other specified bacterial agents as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Blythe perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kevin Blythe may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Blythe's office.

    Does Dr. Blythe accept my insurance?

    Dr. Blythe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 332-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Blythe accept in Bethesda, MD?

    Dr. Blythe in Bethesda, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • State of Maryland

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Blythe's office located?

    Dr. Kevin Blythe's Primary Practice

    6410 Rockledge Dr

    Bethesda, MD 20817

    (281) 332-2511

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    Dr. Kevin Blythe's Practice 2

    5454 Wisconsin Ave Ste 401

    Chevy Chase, MD 20815

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    Dr. Kevin Blythe's Practice 3

    10301 Gateway Blvd W

    El Paso, TX 79925

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

    Dr. Blythe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902149123.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blythe?

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

    What is Dr. Kevin Blythe's specialty?

    Dr. Blythe is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Bethesda, MD. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Blythe to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kevin Blythe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Blythe is affiliated with Medstar Montgomery Medical Center, Medstar Georgetown University Hospital, Medstar Washington Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Kevin Blythe accepting new patients in Bethesda, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Kevin Blythe is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kevin Blythe offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Blythe's office at (281) 332-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kevin Blythe?

    Please contact Dr. Blythe's office at (281) 332-2511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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