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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blustein, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Erica Blustein, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Blustein is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blustein’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blustein’s office at (314) 362-0478.
What languages does Dr. Blustein speak?
Dr. Blustein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Blustein typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Blustein 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. Blustein. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Blustein typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Erica Blustein may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Blustein's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Blustein accept my insurance?
Dr. Blustein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 362-0478 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blustein accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Blustein in Saint Louis, MO 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
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
Other Health Care Provider
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Blustein's office located?
What is Dr. Blustein's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blustein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508361775.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blustein?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blustein
What is Dr. Erica Blustein's specialty?
Dr. Blustein is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Saint Louis, MO.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Erica Blustein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blustein is affiliated with Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital, Christian Hospital, Mercy Hospital Washington 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Erica Blustein accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Erica Blustein is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Erica Blustein offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blustein's office at (314) 362-0478 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Erica Blustein?
Please contact Dr. Blustein's office at (314) 362-0478 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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