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Summary
Dr. Richard Blum is a cardiologist with expertise in cardiovascular disease and critical care medicine. He earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed his residency at Georgetown University Medical Center. With 48 years of experience in cardiac care, Dr. Blum brings extensive knowledge to treating complex heart conditions. He is fluent in English.
Dr. Blum practices at Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego and maintains office locations throughout San Diego, California. He specializes in treating heart failure and coronary artery disease, including cardiovascular conditions that specifically affect women. His services include performing electrocardiograms to monitor heart rhythm and conducting comprehensive blood tests for cardiac evaluation. Dr. Blum also provides adult immunizations as part of comprehensive cardiovascular care.
Dr. Blum practices at Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego and maintains office locations throughout San Diego, California. He specializes in treating heart failure and coronary artery disease, including cardiovascular conditions that specifically affect women. His services include performing electrocardiograms to monitor heart rhythm and conducting comprehensive blood tests for cardiac evaluation. Dr. Blum also provides adult immunizations as part of comprehensive cardiovascular care.
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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
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Richard I Blum has 3 locationsRichard I Blum MD
550 Washington St Ste 641San Diego, CA 92103 Tel: (619) 299-2600
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
WedClosed
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard I Blum
Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard I Blum has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard I Blum has the following 14 areas of expertise
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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