40 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blyden, Internist in Hollywood, FL?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Blyden?
Dr. Gershwin Blyden, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Blyden empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hematology, Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Hollywood, FL community, Dr. Blyden is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Blyden go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New England Med Ctr Hosps, Clinical Pharmacology; Mass Gen Hosp, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Mass Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine | Massachusetts General Hospital | Tufts Medical Center (New England) Program
Medical School: Yale University School of Medicine | Yale University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Blyden board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Gershwin Blyden, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Blyden speak?
Dr. Blyden and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Blyden typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Blyden 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. Blyden. 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:
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease (Stable)
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
- Sickle cell anemia without crisis
- Chronic sickle cell disease
- Stable sickle cell
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
- D571: Sickle-cell disease without crisis
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Itching
- Pruritus
- Skin Itch
- Generalized Itching
ICD-10 Codes:
- L299: Pruritus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Blyden typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Blyden 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. Blyden. 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:
- Brief Mental Health Assessment
- Emotional Assessment
- Behavioral Health Screening
- Depression Inventory
- ADHD Scale Assessment
CPT Codes:
- 96127: Brief emotional/behavioral assessment (eg, depression inventory, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder [ADHD] scale), with scoring and documentation, per standardized instrument
Does Dr. Blyden accept my insurance?
Dr. Blyden accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 757-0113 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blyden accept in Hollywood, FL?
Dr. Blyden in Hollywood, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Florida
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Blyden's office located?
Dr. Gershwin Blyden's Primary Practice
1685 S State Road 7 Ste 4
Hollywood, FL 33023
(305) 757-0113
Dr. Gershwin Blyden's Practice 3
2350 N University Dr Unit 841224
Pembroke Pines, FL 33084
What hospitals are Dr. Blyden affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Blyden has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Blyden's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blyden's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851344014.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blyden?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blyden
What is Dr. Gershwin Blyden's specialty?
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.