Summary

Dr. Alan Blum specializes in pulmonology, internal medicine, and critical care medicine, bringing nearly five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency training at Elmhurst Hospital Center. With 49 years of experience treating patients, Dr. Blum offers comprehensive care for complex respiratory and critical care conditions. He is fluent in Italian, Spanish, and English.

Dr. Blum is affiliated with Saint Johns Episcopal Hospital South Shore and practices in Lynbrook, New York. He focuses on treating sleep disorders, including sleep apnea in both adults and children, as well as obstructive sleep apnea. His expertise includes performing pulmonary function testing and bronchodilator reversibility testing to evaluate lung health and breathing capacity. Patients have given Dr. Blum an average rating of 3.1 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 3.1
  • 49 years of experience
  • 43 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Italian, Spanish, English
  • Elmhurst Hospital Center
  • 5 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Alan Ira Blum has 2 locations

Comprehensive Medical Services

444 Merrick Rd Ste 100Lynbrook, NY 11563

Dr. Alan Ira Blum

444 Merrick RdLynbrook, NY 11563

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PulmonologyPulmonologyPulmonologyPulmonology
Accepts New Patients
3.1 
4.5 
49 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Italian, Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English, Tagalog Speaks English
Lynbrook , NYNew York , NYStamford , CTNew York , NY
Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina Med School: Universidad Del Azuay Facultad De Medicina Med School: University Of Queensland School Of Medicine Med School: Medizinische Fakultaet Heidelberg Ruprecht-Karls-Universitaet Heidelberg
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Alan Ira Blum

  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareSource
  • Centers Plan for Healthy Living
  • Cigna
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - HMO
  • EmblemHealth - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - HMO
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Integra
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Nippon Life Benefits - PPO
  • PreferredOne
  • Providence Health Plans
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Alan Ira Blum has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Alan Ira Blum has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Bronchitis
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Emphysema
  • Internal Medicine
  • Lung Cancer
  • Pneumonia
  • Sleep Disorders
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Elmhurst Hospital Center

Medical School

Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De MedicinaGraduated in 1977

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alan Blum?
You can find contact information for Dr. Alan Blum here on Vitals.
What languages does Dr. Alan Blum speak?
Dr. Alan Blum speaks Italian, Spanish, and English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Alan Blum affiliated with?
Dr. Alan Blum is affiliated with Saint Johns Episcopal Hospital South Shore.
Does Dr. Alan Blum accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Alan Blum accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Alan Blum accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Alan Blum has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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