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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bluhm, Internist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Elizabeth Bluhm, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Bluhm completed her residency at UNC Hospitals. She is a member of the Society of General Internal Medicine and American College of Physicians. Dr. Bluhm is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bluhm’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bluhm’s office at (202) 667-6990.
Where did Dr. Bluhm go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: National Cancer Institute
Residency: UNC Hospitals
Is Dr. Bluhm board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Bluhm, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2003
What languages does Dr. Bluhm speak?
Dr. Bluhm and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Bluhm typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Bluhm 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. Bluhm. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Bluhm typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Elizabeth Bluhm may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Bluhm's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bluhm accept my insurance?
Dr. Bluhm accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 667-6990 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bluhm accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Bluhm in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bluhm's office located?
Dr. Elizabeth Bluhm's Primary Practice
2300 M St NW Ste 910
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 667-6990
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Society of General Internal Medicine
Member
American College of Physicians
Member
What is Dr. Bluhm's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bluhm's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881879260.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bluhm?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bluhm
What is Dr. Elizabeth Bluhm's specialty?
Dr. Bluhm is a Internist near Washington, DC.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Elizabeth Bluhm affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bluhm is affiliated with George Washington University Hospital, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Vhc Health - Virginia Hospital Center, Uva Health Haymarket Medical Center, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Elizabeth Bluhm accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Bluhm is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Bluhm offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bluhm's office at (202) 667-6990 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Bluhm?
Please contact Dr. Bluhm's office at (202) 667-6990 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Elizabeth Bluhm have?
Dr. Elizabeth Bluhm is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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