Summary

Dr. Richard Blum treats coronary artery disease, coronary artery disease in women, and myocardial ischemia, and practices cardiovascular disease and critical care medicine. He has 48 years of experience and is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego.

Dr. Blum earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed his residency at Georgetown University Medical Center. He sees patients in San Diego, California.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 48 years of experience
  • 9 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Georgetown University Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard I Blum has 3 locations

Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego

4077 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103

Richard I Blum MD

550 Washington St Ste 641San Diego, CA 92103
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
WedClosed
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

San Diego Direct Ppo Contract

550 Washington St Ste 423San Diego, CA 92103

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.4 
48 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Polish Speaks English, Hindi
San Diego , CANational City , CAWinter Park , FLSan Diego , CA
Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Poznan University of Medical Science Med School: New York Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard I Blum

  • Aetna Better Health
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Community Health Group
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard I Blum has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard I Blum has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Cardiac Electrophysiology
  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Georgetown University Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 1978.

NPI Number

Dr. Blum's NPI number is 1043310030.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Blum affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Blum is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego.
Is Dr. Richard Blum accepting new patients?
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Where is Dr. Richard Blum's office located?
Dr. Richard Blum's office is located at 4077 5th Ave, San Diego, CA, 92103.
Does Dr. Richard Blum accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Does Dr. Richard Blum accept my insurance?
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