Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bluh, Anesthesiologist in Ithaca, NY?
Dr. Donald Bluh, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Ithaca, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Bluh graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons and completed his residency at Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Anesthesiology. Dr. Bluh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bluh’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bluh’s office at (607) 274-4011.
Where did Dr. Bluh go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Anesthesiology | Colum Presby Med Center | New York-Presbyterian Hospital | New York Presbyterian Hospital Program
Medical School: Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny | Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons
Is Dr. Bluh board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Donald Bluh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Bluh speak?
Dr. Bluh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Bluh typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Bluh 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. Bluh. 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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
ICD-10 Codes:
- H269: Unspecified cataract
Also known as:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
- Kidney Disease
- Kidney Stones
- Ureteral Disorder
- Hydronephrosis due to Stones
- Kidney Stone Obstruction
- Ureteral Stone Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Bluh typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Bluh 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. Bluh. 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:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Axillary Nerve Block Injection
- Armpit nerve block
- Axillary nerve pain injection
- Shoulder nerve block
- Guided nerve injection
CPT Codes:
- 64417: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; axillary nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Bluh accept my insurance?
Dr. Bluh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (607) 274-4011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bluh accept in Ithaca, NY?
Dr. Bluh in Ithaca, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Bluh's office located?
What is Dr. Bluh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bluh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619947660.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bluh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bluh
What is Dr. Donald Bluh's specialty?
Dr. Bluh is a Anesthesiologist near Ithaca, NY.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Donald Bluh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bluh is affiliated with Cayuga 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 Donald Bluh accepting new patients in Ithaca, NY?
Yes, Dr. Donald Bluh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Donald Bluh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bluh's office at (607) 274-4011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Donald Bluh?
Please contact Dr. Bluh's office at (607) 274-4011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Donald Bluh have?
Dr. Donald Bluh is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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